Fernando Trolia Slamic
About Fernando Trolia Slamic
Fernando Trolia Slamic serves as the Director of Strategy and Business Development at Vaisala, where he focuses on co-creating solutions for weather-critical industries. He has held various leadership roles in companies such as Ensto and Tenaris, utilizing lean startup methodologies to drive innovation.
Current Role at Vaisala
Fernando Trolia Slamic serves as the Director of Strategy and Business Development at Vaisala, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on co-creating solutions with customers and partners in industries that are critical to weather, such as energy, mobility, and healthcare. He leads a team of experts dedicated to exploring the potential of sensors, data, and intelligent services to improve safety, efficiency, and resilience in various business sectors.
Previous Experience at Ensto
Fernando Trolia Slamic held multiple positions at Ensto, a company specializing in electrical solutions. He served as President of Digital Solutions from 2018 to 2019, and prior to that, he was President of Industrial Solutions from 2013 to 2016. He also worked as Director of Corporate Planning and Business Development from 2011 to 2013, and as President of Electrification from 2016 to 2018. His tenure at Ensto spanned several years and involved leading various strategic initiatives.
Career at Tenaris
Fernando Trolia Slamic worked at Tenaris in various roles over a span of several years. He began as a Sourcing and Planning Senior Analyst from 2001 to 2004, followed by a position as Assistant Regional Supply Chain Director in Canada from 2004 to 2006. He later served as Corporate Project Manager from 2006 to 2009. His experience at Tenaris contributed to his expertise in supply chain management and project execution.
Education and Professional Development
Fernando Trolia Slamic holds an MBA from IMD, which he completed in 2010. He also studied at Aalto University Executive Education and Professional Development, earning a Graduate Diploma in Technology with a focus on Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he obtained an MSc in Industrial Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina 'Santa María de los Buenos Aires', where he studied from 1995 to 2000.
Focus on Innovation and Sustainability
Fernando Trolia Slamic utilizes lean startup and service design methodologies to drive innovation and business transformation. He engages with emerging players to collaboratively build new businesses and ventures aimed at promoting a sustainable future. His strategic approach emphasizes the importance of developing solutions that meet the evolving needs of industries affected by weather conditions.