Dario Mangano
Le Grand Saconnex
Summary
Award-Winning CIO | Expert in IT & Business Transformation | Data Strategy Leader | Driving Innovation through Business Intelligence & Data Management
Technology professional with robust background in driving technological advancements and business transformations. Recognized for leading high-impact projects that align with organizational goals and enhance overall performance. Known for fostering strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing business needs while leveraging expertise in software development and IT infrastructure management.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Technology Officer (Pro Bono Work)
GF-ACCORD AI
02.2025 - Current
- Created scalable architectures that supported long-term growth strategies while providing flexibility to adapt as needed.
- Optimized IT infrastructure by streamlining processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional intra-company teams to provide mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives to modernize business operations and enhance customer experience.
CDO AND DATA BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER
Redsen
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Advised CIOs and CDOs on Vision, Strategy, Governance, etc.
- Served as Virtual Chief Digital Officer (vCDO) at OCSIN, EPFL, AZQORE, and CPEG
- Lead the Data Management Business Unit
IT TRANSFORMATION LEADER - ACTING CHIEF DATA OFFICER
European Space Agency
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Directed the transformation and realignment of Business and IT processes at the European Space Agency, collaborating closely with the CEO, CDO, and CIO to fulfill the Agency's global objectives.
- Played a pivotal role in instituting a new IT organizational structure, revamping the Project Management Office, overseeing the Digital Twin Program, and integrating pioneering practices, thereby establishing ESA as a leader in the New Space industry.
SENIOR BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION ARCHITECT
Colruyt Group
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Advised the CEO on positioning the IT architecture group as a pivotal component of the organization's IT strategy through a mission with MITC (salary portage).
CO-FOUNDER, DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION, BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND DATA INTEGRATION EXPERT
Power Of Sharing
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Led digital transformation and business intelligence strategy consultations for CEOs and CIOs at Rolex and Lombard Odier.
- Appointed as a guest lecturer on topics including 'Enterprise Digitalization' at IPAC Annecy, 'Data Valuation' at INSEEC Lyon, and 'Becoming a CIO' at HEC Lausanne.
VICE DIRECTOR, CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Palexpo
08.2013 - 04.2016
- Formulated IT vision and strategy, facilitating international expansion through the development and implementation of digital projects, transforming the department from a cost center to a profit center.
- Led major projects including the development of a new Data Warehouse, comprehensive ERP migration, and IT infrastructure overhaul.
- Developed a new corporate website, Intranet, and mobile applications, enhancing digital presence and operational efficiency.
- Implemented business process modeling and new budget management tools, along with a structured IT governance program to streamline operations.
HEAD OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Nespresso Headquarters
07.2009 - 08.2013
- Roles: Business Intelligence Manager, Collaborative Content Manager, Global Data Services, Shared Services
- Responsibilities: Formulated and executed the vision and strategy for Business Intelligence, Enterprise Content Management, Knowledge Management, Data Management, and Master Data Management across the organization.
- Management Experience: Led a diverse team comprising 12 internal members and over 20 external partners. Oversaw program and budget management with responsibilities exceeding 3 million CHF. Managed contracts effectively.
- Achievements: Recognized by Nestlé for high potential, resulting in selection for the prestigious Rive Reine program.
APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - DATA SERVICES MANAGER
Capital Group
02.2008 - 07.2009
- Managed a diverse team comprising 6 associates, 4 contractors, and 4 offshore resources.
- Oversaw project management for large-scale global data integration and data warehousing projects with budgets exceeding $15 million.
- Served as ETL Competency Center Manager, establishing ETL frameworks, defining best practices, and ensuring adherence.
- Coordinated Proof of Concepts for real-time ETL, Logical Unit Of Work, and Global Metadata Management.
- Played a pivotal role in defining the Reference Architecture Model for the company's Integrated Data Hub (IDH).
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE MANAGER
Serono
09.2006 - 01.2008
- Management of large-scale Business Intelligence projects, encompassing both project and personnel oversight.
- Experience in Business Intelligence Competency Center operations.
- Served as Business Analyst for Marketing and Supply Chain initiatives.
DIVERSE ROLES AS CIO AND HEAD OF BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE IN BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG
Diverse
10.1990 - 09.2006
- Established B.I. Competency Center and managed Business Objects Support Team at Sword Technologies Group, Luxembourg, significantly contributing to projects at the European Commission.
- Implemented IT solutions that enhanced profitability through innovative drug sales and bio/chemo-informatics systems at Euroscreen SA, Brussels/Belgium, in the role of ICT Manager/CIO.
- Managed the B.I. Department and acted as Senior Consultant at Ariane II Group - Transiciel, Luxembourg.
- Led Decision Support Services at Serco Group, Luxembourg, with a focus on BI for EUROSTAT.
- Served as Senior Project Manager for Data Warehousing projects at Sopres Group, Brussels/Belgium.
- Undertook the role of Senior Analyst for BI projects at Computer Resources Intl., Luxembourg.
- Modernized IT infrastructure, ERP systems, and managed CRM/Donor departments as CIO at the Belgian Federation Against Cancer, Brussels.
- Created IT infrastructure, computerized company operations, and developed executive dashboards as CIO at Endeta SA, Brussels.
Education
Graduate - Information Sciences
Arts et Métiers du Centre
09.1990
Skills
- Operational leadership
- IT strategy development
- Driving technology transformation efforts
- Risk Management and Cybersecurity Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Innovation and Technology Roadmapping
- Enterprise Architecture Development
- Leadership and Team Development
- Change management
- IT management and delivery
- Training and mentoring
- Business process improvement
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30+ staff members.
- Achieved the adoption of the Digital Twin Spacecraft through effectively helping with high level stakeholder Management (NASA, JPL, JAXA, etc.).
LANGUAGES
French
English
Italian
Dutch
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS
- Author of the methodology: The Integrated Data Hub (book available on Amazon)
- Inventor of the Leaf Schema
- Interviewed by “Data News”, “Decideo”, “Le Temps”, “ICT Newspaper”, etc.
- Author of several novels (available on Amazon)
- Founder and Director of the Swiss Data Days and Swiss Data Award Events
- Founder and Moderator of the LinkedIn Group “Swiss Business Intelligence Network” (+900 members) and organization of quarterly roundtable meetings
- Founder and Moderator of the LinkedIn Group “Swiss CIO Network”
- Creator an animator of the Youtube channel: The Data Wizard
Timeline
Chief Technology Officer (Pro Bono Work)
GF-ACCORD AI
02.2025 - Current
CDO AND DATA BUSINESS UNIT MANAGER
Redsen
01.2022 - 02.2025
IT TRANSFORMATION LEADER - ACTING CHIEF DATA OFFICER
European Space Agency
01.2019 - 01.2023
SENIOR BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION ARCHITECT
Colruyt Group
10.2018 - 12.2018
CO-FOUNDER, DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION, BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE AND DATA INTEGRATION EXPERT
Power Of Sharing
05.2016 - 10.2018
VICE DIRECTOR, CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Palexpo
08.2013 - 04.2016
HEAD OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Nespresso Headquarters
07.2009 - 08.2013
APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - DATA SERVICES MANAGER
Capital Group
02.2008 - 07.2009
BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE MANAGER
Serono
09.2006 - 01.2008
DIVERSE ROLES AS CIO AND HEAD OF BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE IN BELGIUM AND LUXEMBOURG
Diverse
10.1990 - 09.2006
Graduate - Information Sciences
Arts et Métiers du Centre
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