Marco Venturella
About Marco Venturella
Marco Venturella is a Sales Director with over 15 years of experience in international sales and business development in the financial services sector. He specializes in payment services, real-time payments, and cross-border transactions, and is fluent in multiple languages.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Marco Venturella serves as the Sales Director at Thought Machine, a position he has held since 2022. He operates from Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany. In this role, he focuses on driving sales strategies and expanding the company's market presence in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Marco Venturella has extensive experience in the financial services sector. He worked at FIS as Client Director from 2020 to 2022, and prior to that, he held positions at EFiS AG as Director Sales, Fundtech GmbH as Vice President, Account Director, VocaLink as Account Director, ACI Worldwide as Account Executive, and Equens as Sales Manager Payments. His roles have involved international sales and business development, particularly in payment services.
Expertise in Payment Services and International Transactions
Marco Venturella possesses expertise in various aspects of payment services, including the Payment Services Directive (PSD), real-time payments, Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), and cross-border transactions. His knowledge in local ACH clearing strategies enhances his ability to navigate complex international payment issues.
Educational Background
Marco Venturella completed his education at grammar school, where he studied economics and accountancy, achieving Abitur from 1989 to 1993. This foundational education has contributed to his understanding of the financial services landscape.
Multicultural Background and Language Skills
Marco Venturella has a strong multicultural background, which aids in his understanding of international payment issues. He is fluent in four languages: German, English, Italian, and Spanish. His linguistic skills facilitate effective communication and relationship-building in diverse environments.