Luca Viola
About Luca Viola
Luca Viola serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Web Summit, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in software development and architecture, having worked in various roles at lastminute.com group and Last Minute Tour over a span of several years.
Current Role at Web Summit
Luca Viola serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Web Summit, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the technological direction and development of the organization. His leadership contributes to the strategic planning and execution of technology initiatives that support the company's growth and innovation in the tech conference industry. He is based in Dublin, Ireland.
Previous Experience at lastminute.com Group
Before joining Web Summit, Luca Viola held multiple positions at lastminute.com group. He worked as a Software Development Manager from 2017 to 2018 in Chiasso, Switzerland, and as a Lead Software Architect from 2015 to 2017 in the Madrid Area, Spain. Additionally, he served as a Senior Staff Software Engineer for six months in 2017 and as a Scrum Master from 2012 to 2015. His diverse roles contributed to the company's software development processes and architectural strategies.
Leadership at Last Minute Tour
Luca Viola was the Chief Technology Officer at Last Minute Tour from 1999 to 2009. In this capacity, he led the technology team and was responsible for the development and implementation of technological solutions that supported the company's objectives. His tenure spanned a decade, during which he played a crucial role in shaping the company's technological landscape.
Education and Expertise in Computer Science
Luca Viola studied at Università di Pisa, where he pursued a degree in Computer Science from 1989 to 1996. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in software development and technology management, equipping him with the skills necessary for his various roles in the tech industry.