Alessandro Cardillo
Fast about
I am Alessandro Cardillo, an Economics student at the University of Padua with a strong interest in finance, valuation, and financial markets. I have complemented my academic path with international programs at LSE Summer School, Harvard Business School, Barcelona School of Economics, ESCP Business School, and the University of Illinois, strengthening both my technical understanding and global perspective.
Alongside my studies, I have built independent projects combining finance, data automation, and programming, including tools for financial modeling, valuation workflows, and market analysis. These experiences allowed me to translate financial theory into practical applications and develop a structured, analytical approach to problem-solving.
I currently serve as President of Padova Investment and contribute to Italy Investment, where I work on partnerships, events, and initiatives aimed at expanding access to finance education. Through these roles, I have developed leadership, communication, and execution skills while engaging with students, professionals, and institutions across the finance ecosystem.
education
University of Padua
Bachelor Degree | Economics
Currently pursuing core studies in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methods, with a strong focus on financial markets, valuation, and corporate finance.
Harvard Business School
Executive Course | Financial Analysis
Strategic Financial Analysis explore the intersection of accounting, strategy, and finance. This course teaches business professionals how to evaluate a business’s performance, prospects, and value.
Barcelona School of Economics
Summer School | Private Equity
Intensive program focused on the strategic and financial aspects of private equity transactions. Covered deal sourcing, valuation, LBO modeling, term sheet negotiation, and exit planning through real case studies and practical simulations.
ESCP Executive Business School
Masterclass | Decision Making
Executive program focused on cognitive biases, strategic thinking, and decision‑making under uncertainty. Included simulations, case studies, and team‑based decision labs.
University of Illinois
Specialization Programme | Value Chain
Developed a solid understanding of value creation and delivery across core business functions, with practical skills in performance measurement, resource optimization, and cross‑functional value modeling.
Personal projects
Work experience
Italy Investment
President & Board Member
OverControl
Finance & Strategy
AI platform focused on the secure handling and analysis of sensitive data. It is built around a privacy-first architecture designed to minimize external data transfer and reduce exposure risk, enabling a more controlled use of AI in data-intensive environments. The platform is designed to support structured workflows and decision-making processes while preserving data integrity and user control.
Padova Investment
President & Board Member
Lead a student-driven finance organization focused on market analysis and financial education, overseeing strategic direction, operations, and partnerships. Promoted international collaborations with Intesa Sanpaolo, Swiss banking firms, and global asset managers, reaching 5K+ attendees and enabling national expansion across Italy.
Presentation
GUEST LECTURER for High School G. Marconi: Entrepreneurship & Innovation Lectures
GUEST SPEAKER in Rome Art Week: International tour (also in Frankfurt, New York, and Tokyo).