Nicholas Mazzei
About Nicholas Mazzei
Nicholas Mazzei serves as the Vice President of Sustainability for Europe at DP World, where he focuses on driving positive social and environmental impact. He has a diverse background in corporate responsibility and technology transformation, with previous roles at Openreach, BT, and Zalando.
Current Role at DP World
Nicholas Mazzei serves as the Vice President of Sustainability for Europe at DP World, a position he has held since 2023. Based in London, England, he is responsible for driving sustainability initiatives across the region. His role focuses on generating enthusiasm among employees to positively impact communities and causes through their employer. Mazzei emphasizes purposeful disruption and transformation within businesses to enhance social and environmental outcomes.
Previous Experience at Openreach
Before joining DP World, Nicholas Mazzei worked at Openreach as the Head of Technology Transformation from 2014 to 2016. In this role, he was involved in implementing technological changes and improvements within the organization. His experience at Openreach contributed to his understanding of technology's role in corporate responsibility and sustainability.
Background in the British Army
Nicholas Mazzei served as a British Army Officer from 2006 to 2014. His eight years in the military provided him with leadership skills and a strong sense of discipline. This experience has influenced his approach to management and organizational strategy in his subsequent roles.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Nicholas Mazzei holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Educational Practice and Innovation from the University of Southampton, which he completed from 2012 to 2013. He also earned a Master of Letters in International Relations and Affairs from the University of St Andrews, studying there from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst from 2006 to 2007, further enhancing his leadership capabilities.
Corporate Responsibility Roles
Throughout his career, Nicholas Mazzei has held several positions focused on corporate responsibility. He worked at BT as the Head of Corporate Responsibility from 2016 to 2019 and later served as the Global Corporate Responsibility Manager at Rothschild & Co from 2020 to 2021. He also held the position of Head of Corporate Citizenship and Environmental Sustainability at Zalando from 2021 to 2023. These roles have equipped him with a strong track record in executing innovative social impact and environmental sustainability strategies.