Carmen Simini
About Carmen Simini
Carmen Simini is an operations professional currently working at Choco in the United States, where she has contributed to the company's mission of fostering a sustainable food system. She has a diverse educational background, including degrees from Università Bocconi and Fudan University, and has gained international work experience across multiple countries.
Current Role at Choco
Carmen Simini has been working at Choco in the Operations department since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the company's efforts to create a transparent and sustainable global food system. During her tenure, Choco has secured over $175 million in funding from notable tech investors, indicating a period of significant growth and development for the organization.
Previous Experience in Private Equity
Carmen Simini gained experience as a Private Equity Intern at Mandarin Capital Partners in 2018. This role lasted for two months and took place in Shanghai City, China. Her time at Mandarin Capital Partners provided her with insights into the private equity sector and the dynamics of investment in emerging markets.
Educational Background
Carmen Simini holds a Double Degree in International Management, achieving an MSc from both Università Bocconi and Fudan University. She studied at Università Bocconi from 2017 to 2019 and at Fudan University from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she studied Business Administration and Management at Università Bocconi, earning a BSc from 2014 to 2017. Carmen is currently participating in an Exchange Program at Ivey Business School at Western University in London, Canada.
Experience in Strategy and Innovation
Carmen Simini worked as a Strategy & Innovation Analyst at Oleifici Masturzo from 2020 to 2021. This role lasted for nine months and took place in Venosa, Basilicata, Italy. Prior to this, she was involved with Endeavor Italy as an Entrepreneur Selection & Growth intern for three months in 2020, where she focused on supporting entrepreneurs.
International Work Experience
Carmen Simini has extensive experience working in multinational environments across various countries, including Italy, France, China, and the United States. Her roles have equipped her with a diverse skill set and a global perspective on business operations and management.