Marco Di Filippo

A global visual storyteller, Marco transforms brand messages into powerful imagery that resonates across cultures and industries. As one of the co-founders of co.lab, he brings a cinematic eye and deep understanding of visual communication shaped by years of experience living and working in Italy, Norway and New York, Paris and Berlin.

Marco has collaborated with leading international beauty brands such as Revlon, Dolce & Gabbana, Sephora, Lancôme, Gucci, and Narciso Rodriguez, Hotels and Michelin star resturants in Norway, Germany and Italy, as well as global institutions including UNESCO and WWF. Lately he was the videomaker for the worldwide digital campaign for San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna.

A committed vegan and animal rights advocate, Marco approaches his work with empathy, precision and a belief that visual storytelling can inspire conscious connection and change.

Trine Marie Skauen

As a digital storyteller, video editor and art director, with a background in film and content production, Trine brings a cinematic approach to every project, from brand campaigns to documentary-style storytelling.

She has developed and delivered video campaigns and films for leading beauty and lifestyle brands such as Lancôme, Harmont e Blaine, YSL and Maybelline, as well as creative and documentary projects for organizations including UNESCO, German KWS SAAT, and Chinese State Grid GEIRI.

Her experience spans diverse industries, from fashion and beauty to lifestyle, corporate and sustainability-driven productions, with a strong focus on human-centered narratives and visual authenticity.

Originally from Norway and based in Italy, Trine has been vegan for over a decade and lives by values of kindness, minimalism and sustainability, which naturally shape her creative vision and storytelling approach.

Alexandra Espinosa Hortelano

As a communication strategist, European project manager and digital marketing expert, Alexandra brings a creative and enthusiastic mindset to every project. She designs and implements communication strategies through engaging stories that make innovation visible and impactful.

She has coordinated communication campaigns for large-scale Horizon Europe projects with budgets between €18–22 million, collaborating closely with leading universities, research centers, and industry players in consortia of up to 30 partners.

An entrepreneur at heart, Alexandra is deeply committed to contributing to a more sustainable and equitable world. Her passion for environmental responsibility and social impact has guided her professional path, driving her to collaborate on projects that promote green economy, sustainability, and innovation with purpose. She believes communication can be a catalyst for positive change, enhancing both people’s wellbeing and the health of our planet.

Blanca de la Cruz

Blanca is a Creative Director and marketing strategist with more than a decade of experience in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. She specializes in narrative design, script development, and visual storytelling, creating story-driven content that highlights human-centred impact, gender balance, diversity, and innovation. Her work is defined by a deep commitment to authentic storytelling and strategic communication.

Over the past 10 years, Blanca has shaped and supported innovation through creativity and education. She is the founder of a digital school for women entrepreneurs and the author of a published book on entrepreneurial mindset, released by Alienta (Grupo Planeta). Her TED Talk on resilience and entrepreneurial thinking has inspired audiences looking to build purpose-driven projects.

As a creative communication strategist, Blanca has developed narrative and visual strategies for clients across the film music industry, the health sector, and collaborative coworking spaces. Her approach blends creativity, clarity, and emotional intelligence to transform complex ideas into compelling stories.

Diana Goudian

Diana is a creative and communication strategist and innovation expert with a BA in Graphic Design and an MSc in Innovation & Design. With over 15 years in branding and design, she combines human-centered problem-solving with strategic facilitation to help teams thrive. Her experience spans agencies, startups, and large organizations, handling complex B2B and B2C projects, including collaborative EU Horizon projects with international organizations.

She works with companies to build a distinctive market presence and craft compelling narratives that make them stand out. Specializing in innovation management, Diana fosters collaboration through dynamic work models, design thinking, and immersive workshops. This empowers teams to unlock their potential, drive innovation, and deliver cutting-edge results.

As a passionate advocate for startups and entrepreneur empowerment, Diana is dedicated to optimizing team potential, developing project processes and creating tangible value through innovation.

Diego Grimani

As a production-focused product strategist and innovation-driven manager, Diego bridges user needs, creative vision, and technical execution to ensure digital products and productions run smoothly, efficiently, and with impact. With experience across product design, UX strategy, and agile management, he brings a structured, systems-oriented approach to every project.

He has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across Europe, managing workflows and supporting the development of digital platforms, creative tools, and user-centric services across sustainability, culture, lifestyle, and innovation. A key achievement includes producing and delivering the final video for DIGIT – Horizon 2020, a major European project on digital learning.

Committed to sustainability, ethical innovation, and human-centred design, Diego focuses on processes that improve how people live and connect. He thrives in dynamic environments where strategy, creativity, and technology intersect — ensuring each project is delivered with clarity, precision, and long-term value.

Francesca Rapparelli

With over 15 years of experience in advertising and marketing, Francesca combines deep market insight with strategic creativity to design tailor-made communication strategies that drive measurable results and align with each client’s vision.

She has managed and developed international campaigns for leading fashion and luxury brands including Gucci, Valentino, Brioni, Dolce & Gabbana, Marella, and Bvlgari, as well as projects in the healthcare, technology, and non-profit sectors.

Born and raised in Rome, Francesca is passionate about sustainability and conscious innovation. She brings this mindset into every project, helping brands evolve toward meaningful, responsible growth.

Nicolo Filippo Aristei

As a technical specialist, I manage Meta advertising campaigns in a structured and data-driven way, overseeing strategy, setup, advanced optimization, and performance analysis. I work to identify the most relevant audience segments, improve results, and maximize ROI — generating qualified visibility, high-quality leads, and measurable outcomes that support business growth.

Humam Dweik

Humam Dweik is a business and management consultant, trainer, and executive coach specializing in entrepreneurship, strategy, innovation, and organizational development. With expertise in growth hacking and problem-solving, he brings cross-industry insight and delivers customized frameworks that support both early-stage ventures and established businesses seeking sustainable, long-term development.

Konrad Hjemli

Konrad Hjemli is an animator and director based in Oslo, Norway. He graduated from Volda University College with two award-winning student films. Pandiculation (2020, co-directed by Jakob Eiring) was screened in Annecy, Zagreb, and many others. Havnesjefen (2022, co-directed by Mia L. Henriksen) won the Jury Prize for a Student Film in Annecy, and was nominated for an  Amanda (Norway’s national film award).

Ayyoub Tams

Ayyoub is a Senior Arabic Linguist with a deep and genuine passion for the Arabic language and its beauty. He has 19 years of experience in translation, copywriting, subtitling, and editorial leadership. In 2016, I founded Kalamesque as a creative musical platform to produce covers of Western pop songs in MSA to the highest standards. The project was funded by around €109K and attracted millions of views. Kalamesque, in addition to his experience in agencies, publications, subtitling, and other industries, sharpened his creative adaptation skills to convey tone while preserving meaning. Ayyoub is always eager to expand my experience with CAT tools and QA checkers, as this will enhance his localization capabilities and impact.