Simone Daminelli

Simone Daminelli is a Global Data and AI Engineering Lead at Syngenta, where he leads high-performing teams to architect, operationalize and scale data solutions transforming Crop Protection R&D. Within a cross-functional organization driving digital enablement and data democratization in CP R&D, he spearheaded the creation and growth of Gaia, Syngenta's award-winning federated Data Mesh platform, a modern data platform now powering Syngenta R&D at global scale. His leadership sits at the intersection of data engineering, AI enablement, and organizational transformation, pairing technical excellence with a culture-first approach to empower scientists and future-proof agricultural innovation. With a PhD in Bioinformatics and 15+ years spanning academia, CROs, Pharma, and AgriTech, Simone brings cross-industry depth and experience from data science and engineering to data analytics and AI. He is driven by intellectual curiosity, a pragmatic can-do attitude, and a commitment t