I'm Chiara Dragonetti, founder & CEO of InnovAI, an AI consultancy based in Zurich. I help businesses identify and implement the right AI tools to make teams smarter, more productive, and more capable of embracing new solutions. I design and deliver AI workshops and consulting services to boost efficiency across industries, guiding clients in integrating AI into workflows and driving innovation and operational excellence. I'm passionate about helping startups and teams grow with practical, hands-on approaches. I'm excited about Talent Kick's mission and would love to help the team scale impact by bringing creativity, organization, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset. Let's chat about how I can contribute.

Chiara Dragonetti

I'm Chiara Dragonetti, founder & CEO of InnovAI, an AI consultancy based in Zurich. I help businesses identify and implement the right AI tools to make teams smarter, more productive, and more capable of embracing new solutions. I design and deliver AI workshops and consulting services to boost efficiency across industries, guiding clients in integrating AI into workflows and driving innovation and operational excellence. I'm passionate about helping startups and teams grow with practical, hands-on approaches. I'm excited about Talent Kick's mission and would love to help the team scale impact by bringing creativity, organization, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset. Let's chat about how I can contribute.

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I’m Chiara Dragonetti, founder & CEO of InnovAI, an AI consultancy based in Zurich. I help businesses identify and implement the right AI tools to make teams smarter, more productive, and more capable of embracing new solutions. I design and deliver AI workshops and consulting services to boost efficiency across industries, guiding clients in integrating AI into workflows and driving innovation and operational excellence.

I’m passionate about helping startups and teams grow with practical, hands-on approaches. I’m excited about Talent Kick’s mission and would love to help the team scale impact by bringing creativity, organization, and a collaborative, results-driven mindset. Let’s chat about how I can contribute.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & CEO at InnovAI - AI Business Development
February 1, 2022 - Present
Founded and built a Swiss-based AI consultancy offering tailored solutions for businesses. Designed and delivered AI workshops and consulting services to improve productivity across diverse industries. Guided clients in integrating AI into workflows, driving innovation and operational efficiency. Mentored entrepreneurs in adopting AI tools to transform their businesses and foster growth.
Social Media, Marketing, & Events at Talent Kick (Switzerland)
February 1, 2025 - Present
Led strategic communications for a Swiss innovation program empowering student entrepreneurs. Crafted and executed multilingual content strategies to promote educational programs and events. Produced high-impact storytelling materials (video, social media, written content) to boost visibility across Europe. Collaborated closely with the Kick Foundation to shape the public image of cutting-edge entrepreneurship initiatives.
Startup Engagement Manager at Beekeeper AG
September 30, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Built and maintained strong relationships with startups, ensuring smooth onboarding and support for participation in Beekeeper’s Accelerator Market. Identified high-potential startups for strategic partnerships, driving mutual value. Developed engaging event concepts to foster collaboration and expand industry connections. Cultivated a network of strategic alliances, enhancing startup engagement.
Assistant & Business Developer at SLUX Light Communication Tech
December 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Managed digital strategies including website and social media optimization to boost brand presence. Organized events and fostered partnerships with key industry players to expand market reach. Contributed insights during TEDx conferences, strengthening the company’s thought leadership. Enhanced online presence through effective digital communications strategies and SEO improvements. Managed website updates, achieving a 40% increase in traffic and improved user engagement. Developed engaging content for social media platforms, enhancing brand recognition. Created campaigns targeting key audiences, driving consistent growth in visibility.
Content Creator & Publisher at LutinX Digital Data Certification (remote - Delaware, US)
February 28, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Created engaging content that drove significant traffic and increased brand visibility. Designed campaigns to improve customer engagement, leveraging data-driven insights. Implemented content strategies aligned with overall marketing goals and improved outcomes. Enhanced the company’s digital presence through innovative storytelling and interactive content.
Partner Channel Manager at Beekeeper AG
March 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with AWS, SAP, and Microsoft, aligning strategies to drive collaboration. Strengthened partner channels, achieving a 25% revenue boost and increased collaboration opportunities. Developed and evaluated methodologies to enhance strategic alliances and market expansion. Led initiatives to improve internal coordination and streamline partnership processes.
Digital Manager at Pery Luxury Cosmetic GmbH
November 30, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with premium beauty brands, increasing client bookings. Developed the company’s website and social media presence to boost online visibility. Set up Google My Business and managed paid ad campaigns on Google and Meta platforms. Implemented WhatsApp Business automation to streamline customer engagement. Optimized digital strategies, increasing brand reach and client interactions.
Social Media Manager & Web Developer at 8e20 Luxury Events (Lugano, Switzerland)
December 31, 2016 - August 21, 2025
Developed and managed the website, ensuring functionality and relevance for target audiences. Designed and executed impactful social media campaigns, increasing post engagement rates by 80%. Launched user-driven initiatives to boost community engagement and organic content creation. Leveraged analytics to refine campaigns, driving consistent growth across platforms.
Social Media Manager & Marketing Manager at Scuderia Classiche (Caslano, Switzerland)
May 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Revamped product descriptions, elevating brand image and improving user engagement. Established vibrant online communities, fostering brand loyalty and customer interaction. Executed targeted paid campaigns on Instagram and Facebook, driving brand awareness and customer acquisition. Implemented a social media listening strategy, leading to valuable insights used to refine product offerings and improve customer experience.
Founder & CEO at InnovAI - AI Business Development
July 1, 2023 - Present
Founded and built a Swiss-based AI consultancy offering tailored solutions for businesses. Designed and delivered AI workshops and consulting services to improve productivity across diverse industries. Guided clients in integrating AI into workflows, driving innovation and operational efficiency. Mentored entrepreneurs in adopting AI tools to transform their businesses and foster growth.
Social Media, Marketing, & Events at Talent Kick (Switzerland)
February 1, 2025 - Present
Led strategic communications for Talent Kick, a Swiss innovation program empowering student entrepreneurs. Crafted and executed multilingual content strategies to promote educational programs and events. Produced high-impact storytelling materials including video, social media, and written content to boost visibility across Europe. Collaborated closely with the Kick Foundation to shape the public image of cutting-edge entrepreneurship initiatives.
Startup Engagement Manager at Beekeeper AG (Zürich, Switzerland)
September 1, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Built and maintained strong relationships with startups to ensure smooth onboarding and support for Beekeeper’s Accelerator Market. Identified high-potential startups for strategic partnerships, driving mutual value. Developed engaging event concepts to foster collaboration and expand industry connections. Cultivated a network of strategic alliances, enhancing startup engagement.
Assistant & Business Developer at SLUX Light Communication Tech (Lugano, Switzerland)
December 1, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Managed digital strategies including website and social media optimization to boost brand presence. Organized events and fostered partnerships with key industry players to expand market reach. Contributed insights during TEDx conferences, strengthening the company’s thought leadership. Enhanced online presence through effective digital communications strategies and SEO improvements. Developed engaging content for social media platforms, enhancing brand recognition. Created campaigns targeting key audiences, driving consistent growth in visibility.
Content Creator & Publisher at Lutin X Digital Data Certification (Remote - Delaware, US)
February 1, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Created engaging content that drove significant traffic and increased brand visibility. Designed campaigns to improve customer engagement leveraging data-driven insights. Implemented content strategies aligned with overall marketing goals and improved outcomes. Enhanced the company’s digital presence through innovative storytelling and interactive content.
Partner Channel Manager at Beekeeper AG (Zürich, Switzerland)
March 1, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with AWS, SAP, and Microsoft aligning strategies to drive collaboration. Strengthened partner channels, achieving a 25% revenue boost and increased collaboration opportunities. Developed and evaluated methodologies to enhance strategic alliances and market expansion. Led initiatives to improve internal coordination and streamline partnership processes.
Digital Manager at Pery Luxury Cosmetic GmbH (Zürich, Switzerland)
November 1, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with premium beauty brands, increasing client bookings. Developed the company’s website and social media presence to boost online visibility. Set up Google My Business and managed paid ad campaigns on Google and Meta platforms. Implemented WhatsApp Business automation to streamline customer engagement. Optimized digital strategies increasing brand reach and client interactions.
Social Media Manager & Web Developer at 8e20 Luxury Events (Lugano, Switzerland)
December 1, 2016 - August 21, 2025
Developed and managed the website ensuring functionality and relevance for target audiences. Designed and executed impactful social media campaigns increasing post engagement rates by 80%. Launched user-driven initiatives to boost community engagement and organic content creation. Leveraged analytics to refine campaigns driving consistent growth across platforms.
Social Media Manager & Marketing Manager at Scuderia Classiche (Caslano, Switzerland)
May 1, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Revamped product descriptions elevating brand image and improving user engagement. Established vibrant online communities fostering brand loyalty and customer interaction. Executed targeted paid campaigns on Instagram and Facebook driving brand awareness and customer acquisition. Implemented a social media listening strategy leading to valuable insights used to refine product offerings and improve customer experience.
Founder & CEO, AI Business Development at InnovAI
February 1, 2022 - Present
Founded and built a Swiss-based AI consultancy offering tailored solutions for businesses. Designed and delivered AI workshops and consulting services to improve productivity across diverse industries. Guided clients integrating AI into workflows to drive innovation and operational efficiency. Mentored entrepreneurs adopting AI tools to transform their businesses and foster growth.
Social Media, Marketing & Events at Talent Kick
February 1, 2025 - Present
Led strategic communications for Talent Kick, a Swiss innovation program empowering student entrepreneurs. Crafted and executed multilingual content strategies to promote educational programs and events. Produced high-impact storytelling materials including video, social media, and written content to boost visibility across Europe. Collaborated closely with the Kick Foundation to shape the public image of cutting-edge entrepreneurship initiatives.
Startup Engagement Manager at Beekeeper AG
December 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Built and maintained strong relationships with startups ensuring smooth onboarding and accelerator participation support. Identified high-potential startups for strategic partnerships driving mutual value. Developed engaging event concepts to foster collaboration and expand industry connections. Cultivated a network of strategic alliances enhancing startup engagement.
Assistant & Business Developer at SLUX Light Communication Tech
April 30, 2020 - August 21, 2025
Managed digital strategies including website and social media optimization to boost brand presence. Organized events and fostered partnerships with key industry players to expand market reach. Contributed insights during TEDx conferences strengthening the company's thought leadership. Enhanced online presence through effective digital communications strategies and SEO improvements. Developed engaging social media content enhancing brand recognition and created targeted campaigns driving consistent growth in visibility.
Content Creator & Publisher at Lutin X Digital Data Certification
February 28, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Created engaging content that drove significant traffic and increased brand visibility. Designed campaigns to improve customer engagement leveraging data-driven insights. Implemented content strategies aligned with overall marketing goals improving outcomes. Enhanced the company’s digital presence through innovative storytelling and interactive content.
Partner Channel Manager at Beekeeper AG
March 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with AWS, SAP, and Microsoft aligning strategies to drive collaboration. Strengthened partner channels achieving a 25% revenue boost and increased collaboration opportunities. Developed and evaluated methodologies to enhance strategic alliances and market expansion. Led initiatives to improve internal coordination and streamline partnership processes.
Digital Manager at Pery Luxury Cosmetic GmbH
November 30, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Managed partnerships with premium beauty brands increasing client bookings. Developed the company’s website and social media presence to boost online visibility. Set up Google My Business and managed paid ad campaigns on Google and Meta platforms. Implemented WhatsApp Business automation to streamline customer engagement. Optimized digital strategies increasing brand reach and client interactions.
Social Media Manager & Web Developer at 8e20 Luxury Events
December 31, 2016 - August 21, 2025
Developed and managed the website ensuring functionality and relevance for target audiences. Designed and executed impactful social media campaigns increasing post engagement rates by 80%. Launched user-driven initiatives to boost community engagement and organic content creation. Leveraged analytics to refine campaigns driving consistent growth across platforms.
Social Media Manager & Marketing Manager at Scuderia Classiche
May 31, 2021 - August 21, 2025
Revamped product descriptions elevating brand image and improving user engagement. Established vibrant online communities fostering brand loyalty and customer interaction. Executed targeted paid campaigns on Instagram and Facebook driving brand awareness and customer acquisition. Implemented a social media listening strategy leading to valuable insights used to refine product offerings and improve customer experiences.
Founder & CEO at InnovAI - AI Business Development
August 20, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Founder & CEO, AI consultancy delivering AI workshops, consulting services, and helping teams identify and implement AI tools to improve productivity and accelerate growth.
Content Creator & Publisher at Lutin XD Digital Data Certification
February 28, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Created engaging content that drove significant traffic and increased brand visibility; designed campaigns and onboarding processes to improve customer engagement.
Digital Communications Manager at Beekeeper AG
December 31, 2020 - October 9, 2025
Managed digital communications and campaigns to boost brand presence and onboarding of partners.
Partner Channel Manager at Beekeeper AG
September 1, 2023 - October 9, 2025
Led partnerships with strategic industry players and developed co-marketing initiatives to expand market reach.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Sciences, Minor in Corporate Strategy at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Communication)
September 1, 2019 - August 21, 2025
Master of Management, Minor in Strategy & Entrepreneurship at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Economics)
September 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Exchange Semester in Strategy & International Management at University of St. Gallen (HSG)
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
State Scientific High School Diploma at John Fitzgerald Kennedy (Scientific), Rome, Italy
September 1, 2015 - February 28, 2019
Bachelor of Communication Sciences, Minor in Corporate Strategy at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Communication)
February 1, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Master of Management, Minor in Strategy & Entrepreneurship at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Economics)
February 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Exchange Semester in Strategy & International Management at University of St. Gallen (HSG)
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
State Scientific High School Diploma at Scientific High School John Fitzgerald Kennedy (Rome, Italy)
September 1, 2015 - February 1, 2019
Bachelor of Communication Sciences, Minor in Corporate Strategy at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Communication)
September 1, 2019 - August 21, 2025
Master of Management, Minor in Strategy & Entrepreneurship at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Economics)
September 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Exchange Semester in Strategy & International Management (SIM) at University of St. Gallen (HSG)
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
State Scientific High School (Rome, Italy) at John Fitzgerald Kennedy High School (Scientific)
September 1, 2015 - February 28, 2019
Bachelor of Communications Sciences at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Communications)
February 1, 2022 - October 9, 2025
Master of Management, Minor in Strategy & Entrepreneurship at University of Italian Switzerland (Faculty of Economics)
September 1, 2020 - February 28, 2022
Exchange Semester in Strategy & International Management (SIM) at University of St. Gallen (HSG)
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Certificate: Implications of AI for Business Strategy at MIT Sloan School of Management
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022

Qualifications

Implications of AI for Business Strategy
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
License MITS Loan: Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Certification “Implications of AI for Business Strategy”
September 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
License MIT Sloan: Artificial Intelligence Implications for Business Strategy
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Implications of AI for Business Strategy
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Implications of AI for Business Strategy
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods