Simona Fontanella
About Simona Fontanella
Simona Fontanella is a Senior Associate at Catalyst Inc., focusing on the EMEA and APAC regions. She has a background in operations and management, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations in Switzerland.
Work at Catalyst Inc.
Simona Fontanella holds the position of Senior Associate at Catalyst Inc., focusing on the Central Desk for the EMEA and APAC regions. She has been with the company since 2021 and continues to contribute to its operations in Zurich, Switzerland. Her role involves managing various tasks that support the company's initiatives and objectives in these regions.
Current Volunteer Role at Swiss Startup Association
Simona Fontanella is an Operations Team Volunteer Member for the Female Founders initiative at the Swiss Startup Association. She has been involved in this role since 2020, contributing to the support and promotion of female entrepreneurs in the startup ecosystem. Her work is based in Winterthur, Zurich, Switzerland.
Previous Experience at HOPR Services AG
Prior to her current roles, Simona Fontanella worked as an Office Manager at HOPR Services AG for a period of six months in 2021. This position was located in Zurich, Switzerland, where she managed office operations and supported the team.
Career at EF Education First
Simona Fontanella has a history of working with EF Education First, where she held multiple roles. She started as an Operations Trainee from 2016 to 2017 in the Lucerne Area and later served as a Production Specialist (Tour Experience Manager) from 2017 to 2019 in Zurich, Switzerland. These positions allowed her to gain valuable experience in operations and production management.
Education and Expertise
Simona Fontanella earned a Master's degree in Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology from Università degli Studi di Perugia, studying from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Technologies for Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage, which she completed from 2006 to 2011 at the same university. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both scientific and cultural heritage fields.