Salvatore Bonaccorso
Head of Open Innovation Ecosystems and Hubs, Fincantieri
Salvatore Bonaccorso holds an MSc degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Polytechnic University of Turin in Mechatronic Engineering.
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Salvatore Bonaccorso is the Head of Open Innovation Ecosystems and Hubs at Fincantieri, one of the largest shipbuilding companies in the world. With over a decade of experience in energy, sustainability, and innovation, he is dedicated to fostering collaboration between startups, academia, and corporations while driving impactful change through open innovation.
Previously, Salvatore established and led the first innovation hub for one of the largest energy companies in the world, bridging Silicon Valley startups with European and Global operations. He pioneered open innovation within the organization, introducing transformative models that positioned it as a leader in integrating external innovation into its core business.
Salvatore’s background spans corporate open innovation leadership, startup mentorship, venture capital facilitation and venture building, enabling startups to grow and align with corporate needs. His passion lies in supporting startup ecosystems and nurturing young talents to scale their impact, while ensuring corporate innovation activities contribute to broader societal challenges.
Salvatore’s approach combines strategic vision with a strong commitment to leveraging open innovation for social and economic progress, aligning business goals with long-term sustainability and community development.