Alessandra Dipaola
About Alessandra Dipaola
Alessandra Dipaola serves as the Vice President General Manager at Crane Co., where she has worked since 2012. She has extensive experience in sales, marketing, and managing large teams across various international organizations.
Current Role at Crane Co
Alessandra Dipaola serves as the Vice President General Manager at Crane Co. since 2012. In this role, she oversees a division with a P&L responsibility of £125 million and manages a team of over 300 employees. Her leadership spans various functions, including Sales, Marketing, and multi-site manufacturing operations. Dipaola's current position is based in the United Kingdom and Hong Kong, reflecting her extensive experience in managing global operations.
Previous Experience in International Business Development
Before joining Crane Co., Alessandra Dipaola held several key positions in international business development. She worked at Interface as the International Business Development Manager from 2006 to 2008 in London. Following that, she served as the Sales and Marketing Director at Aliaxis for four years, from 2008 to 2012, also in London. Additionally, she was the Head of International Sales and Marketing at Low & Bonar from 2004 to 2006.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Alessandra Dipaola has a strong educational background in management and marketing. She completed the Company MBA Executive Programme at Cranfield School of Management from 2003 to 2004. Prior to that, she studied at Cass Business School, where she earned a CIM Advanced Diploma in Marketing (1999-2000) and a CIM Post-graduate Diploma in Marketing (2000-2001). She also studied Modern Languages at SSIT Milan from 1988 to 1991.
Expertise in Innovation Management
Alessandra Dipaola specializes in innovation management, focusing on product management, design, and manufacturing engineering functions. Her expertise contributes to the development of breakthrough products and supports the growth of the organizations she has worked with. She emphasizes delivering growth through both organic means, such as geographical expansion and new product development, and inorganic strategies, including joint ventures and acquisitions.
Experience in Multi-Country Organizations
Throughout her career, Alessandra Dipaola has gained extensive experience in managing multi-country organizations. She has a proven track record in overseeing multi-site manufacturing operations, which has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex international business landscapes. Her roles have consistently involved strategic oversight and operational management across various regions, including the APAC market.