Nick Salloway

Founder

Nick is an accomplished business leader and technology entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in orchestrating business change initiatives and executing technology transformation programs for clients both nationally and internationally.

His Italian heritage has instilled in him a profound connection to the land of his paternal ancestors. Deeply concerned about the immediate and long-term consequences of climate change, this connection fuels Nick's determination to spearhead innovation and growth in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and business, particularly within farming and viticulture.

Nick is excited about the emerging potential for AI and machine learning to revolutionise traditional farming methods. He sees great potential in leveraging these technologies to improve the lives and businesses of the Tuscan people and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.

Federico Benincasa

Co-Founder 

Fede is a driven young entrepreneur passionate about addressing climate change's impact on businesses in Tuscany. Inspired by the opportunity to work alongside the Aurelia team, he aims to leverage his expertise in economics to facilitate sustainable change. Federico is committed to driving technology transformation initiatives that enhance operational performance and foster growth, all while prioritising environmental sustainability.

Matthew O'Kane

Data and AI

Formerly the Global Head of AI at Cognizant and Managing Director of Accenture Applied Intelligence, Matt is a powerhouse of tech knowledge who brings his wealth of expertise to advise the Aurelia Technologies team. Over the past two decades, Matt has assisted global clients from various industries in effectively transforming their businesses through the scalable implementation of data analytics, AI, and machine learning technologies.

Mike O'Brien

Software

After dedicating 15 years to building the Capital Markets IT business, during which he pioneered the development of new business units and products within SSS for Deutsche Bank, Mike co-founded Opencast, now the largest independent software business in Northern England. He also brings his expertise to advise the Aurelia Technologies board on business strategy, leveraging his extensive experience in the technology sector.

Denise Bowser

Commercial & Operations

Denise is a highly experienced Commercial Director with expertise in business development, Research and Development (R&D), Chemistry and Life Sciences. After two decades in the pharmaceutical industry, Denise wishes to pivot into projects that address climate change and promote sustainability in business.

Lyndsay Phillips

Service & Platform

Lindsay previously served as the Executive Vice President of Product Delivery at Sage. With a strong senior leadership background in delivery spanning software development, applications, and infrastructure management across diverse domains and technology platforms, Lindsay brings invaluable expertise to the table.

Tim Ward

Business Development 

Tim serves as a full-time board advisor, offering guidance to the boards of several high-growth technology companies. Previously, he co-founded and served as the global CEO of OPPORTUNI, a high-growth SaaS platform. OPPORTUNI leveraged the potential of AI, Smart Bots, and Machine Learning to assist companies in sourcing and winning tenders. 

We’re eager to partner with like-minded visionaries, dreamers and innovators. 

We're looking for producers who are passionate about tradition, technology and sustainability.

• Embrace the vast potential of technology to mitigate against negative climate impacts.
• Optimise your operations: increase yields, improve quality, reduce costs and grow profits. 
• Make a tangible environmental impact through sustainable agricultural practices.