I am Maverick Gunther Greissing, an executive with extensive experience in the media sector across print, events, digital and social platforms. I have built and monetized world-class content, leading content and sales teams, launching brands and creating strategic opportunities. Based in Milano, I combine hands-on operational leadership with strategic vision to drive revenue and growth. I roll up my sleeves to inspire teams through example, develop talent, and deliver outstanding results across editorial, production and commercial functions.

Maverick Gunther Greissing

I am Maverick Gunther Greissing, an executive with extensive experience in the media sector across print, events, digital and social platforms. I have built and monetized world-class content, leading content and sales teams, launching brands and creating strategic opportunities. Based in Milano, I combine hands-on operational leadership with strategic vision to drive revenue and growth. I roll up my sleeves to inspire teams through example, develop talent, and deliver outstanding results across editorial, production and commercial functions.

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I am Maverick Gunther Greissing, an executive with extensive experience in the media sector across print, events, digital and social platforms. I have built and monetized world-class content, leading content and sales teams, launching brands and creating strategic opportunities. Based in Milano, I combine hands-on operational leadership with strategic vision to drive revenue and growth.

I roll up my sleeves to inspire teams through example, develop talent, and deliver outstanding results across editorial, production and commercial functions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Editor at BBC Top Gear Italia
March 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Editor of BBC Top Gear Italia, responsible for maintaining and developing the media brand's profile through production of world-class content – news stories, test drives and features – with added-value storytelling across print and multimedia formats.
Executive Board Member at Sprea Spa
May 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022
Executive Board Member responsible for achieving commercial goals through strategy and coordination of agency and client sales teams; development and exploitation of audience targeting; leadership and development of team; forecasting and rewards; closing partnerships.
Editorial Director, Automotive Business Unit at Sprea Spa
May 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022
Editorial Director, Automotive Business Unit: led creation and delivery of world-class content; kick-started new media brands; managed existing brands; attracted editorial talent; led production teams; coordinated delivery across platforms.
CEO & Editorial Director at Edizione Speciale / Lift Edizioni
June 1, 1999 - April 30, 2019
Founding partner; defined strategic focus on enthusiast (B2C) and trade (B2B) media in the Power Sports market; led startup and defined product development and editorial, circulation, advertising sales, marketing and production activities; accountable for P&L; led initiatives to enhance media properties and revenue; launched multiple brands and expanded to digital; led custom publishing initiatives.
Freelance Consultant at Milan, Italy
January 1, 1998 - May 31, 1999
Freelance contents and marketing consultant in the media, video games and ICT sectors.
Group Publisher, Videogames and Computer Business Units at Il Mio Castello / Future Publishing
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1997
Led the company’s expansion into the videogames and consumer computer sectors; launched 7 magazines; oversaw editorial, circulation, advertising sales, marketing and production; managed P&L until the division was sold; negotiated licensing with Pearson and Sony; launched Official PlayStation Magazine Italy and PlayStation Format; pioneered CD-ROM/DVD promotional vehicles; built and led teams.

Education

A-Levels at Bloxham School
January 11, 2030 - February 12, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services