Andrea Giovanni Spelta
About Andrea Giovanni Spelta
Andrea Giovanni Spelta is a Senior Manager in IT Project Management with extensive experience in managing complex global projects across various sectors, including telecommunications and finance. He has held significant roles at companies such as American Tower and Hewlett-Packard, and possesses advanced degrees in Engineering and Information Technology Management.
Current Role at American Tower
Andrea Giovanni Spelta currently serves as the Sr Manager IT Project Management at American Tower, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages IT projects and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. His responsibilities include overseeing project execution, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. He previously worked at American Tower as LatAm IT Program/Project Manager from 2014 to 2019, where he focused on managing IT initiatives across Latin America.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Andrea has extensive experience in project management across various organizations. He worked at Citi as Gerente de Projetos Sr for one year in 2013-2014. His tenure at Hewlett-Packard included roles such as Gerente de PMO, Gerente de Programa, and Líder de Equipe de Gerente de Projetos, spanning from 2009 to 2013. He also held positions at Pirelli Tyres and Abril, contributing to his expertise in managing complex projects in diverse sectors.
Education and Certifications
Andrea holds multiple degrees and certifications that enhance his project management capabilities. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Universidade de São Paulo from 1980 to 1984. He pursued a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering at Arizona State University from 1993 to 1995 and completed a Doutorado with a focus on Information Technology Management at Fundação Getúlio Vargas from 2006 to 2010. He also holds PMP and ITIL-F certifications.
Expertise in IT Project Management
Andrea possesses expertise in managing complex and global IT projects, particularly in the telecommunications and financial sectors. His experience extends to logistics, manufacturing, and engineering projects. He has successfully led IT programs with CEO visibility, coordinating global teams from Europe, Latin America, the USA, and India. His strong results-oriented profile is complemented by excellent communication skills, especially with executive-level stakeholders.
Language Proficiency
Andrea is fluent in three languages: English, Spanish, and Italian. This proficiency enhances his ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments, facilitating collaboration with international teams and stakeholders. His multilingual skills contribute to his success in managing projects across different regions.