Paola Blasi
About Paola Blasi
Paola Blasi is an Associate and Architectural Stone Specialist at Arup with extensive experience in the stone industry, having held leadership roles and worked in various capacities in geology and petrography.
Current Role at Arup
Paola Blasi is currently serving as an Associate and Architectural Stone Specialist at Arup in London, United Kingdom. She has been with the company since 2014. In her role, she contributes to global projects, bringing her expertise in architectural stone to the forefront. This position leverages her extensive background in geology and petrography, which greatly benefits the company's ventures in architectural stone projects.
Past Roles at Internazionale Marmi E Macchine Carrara SpA
Before joining Arup, Paola Blasi worked at Internazionale Marmi E Macchine Carrara S.p.a from 1994 to 2015, serving as the Director of the International Department and The International Stone Information Centre. During her 21-year tenure, she played a key role in overseeing international operations and managing comprehensive stone information resources. Her leadership in these capacities underscores her significant experience in the stone industry.
Experience at Technostone
Paola Blasi's professional journey includes a five-year period at Technostone from 1989 to 1994. She held multiple roles including Geologist, Deputy Commercial Manager, and Project Manager. This diverse set of responsibilities highlights her wide-ranging expertise in both technical and commercial aspects of the stone and construction industries. Her varied experience at Technostone enabled her to develop a multifaceted skill set.
Early Career and Arup Tenure
In the early stages of her career, Paola Blasi worked at Arup initially as a Geologist and Petrographer from 1988 to 1989 for seven months. This initial experience at Arup laid the foundation for her later return to the company in a more advanced role. Her return to Arup in 2014 marked a continuation of her commitment to the field of architectural stone, utilizing her deep knowledge of geology and petrography.
Educational Background
Paola Blasi completed her Masters at Università Degli Studi Di Perugia from 1982 to 1987. This academic background provided her with a solid foundation in geology and related sciences, which has been central to her professional development. Her education has informed her expertise, particularly in her specialization in architectural stone.