Gaia Francieri

With over twenty-five years of experience in B2B marketing and strategic communication, Gaia Francieri has led the marketing and business development departments of some of the most prominent international law firms, contributing decisively to their growth and market positioning. She served as Global Head of Marketing & Business Development at Grimaldi Alliance, where she oversaw international strategy and communication across more than seventy offices worldwide, joining the board and supporting governance decisions. Previously, she held senior roles at Chiomenti, Simmons & Simmons, DLA Piper, and KPMG, where she structured teams, defined communication strategies, and led organizational transformation projects. Alongside her professional activity, she is the founder and board member of Board Ahead, an initiative dedicated to governance excellence, and of MOPI – the Italian Association for Professional Services Marketing, where she served as president from 2020 to 2024. She is also a speaker at international conferences and a lecturer in master’s and executive courses on leadership in professional firms.