Caterina Pezzola

  • caterinapezzola@hotmail.com
  • Netherlands
  • 26/04/2024
Office work Blue economy Fisheries and aquaculture Management and consultancy Marine policy Marine research

Personal Summary

With a strong background in scientific research and consultancy in the
marine realm, I am a passionate marine biologist and scientific advisor dedicated to fostering ocean conservation and blue economy strategies through interdisciplinary knowledge and collaborative approaches.

I am passionate, well-organized, proactive, team-oriented, and have excellent communication skills. I am multilingual and thrive in tackling new challenges.

Work Experience

Scientific Consultant
Jan 2022 - Present C.I.V. Offshore & Shipping
  • Provided scientific support to business decision-making within the marine aquaculture sector

  • Provided expertise on marine ecosystem-based management and ESG factors

  • Delivered sustainability strategies for the development of environmentally friendly projects within the aquaculture sector, contributing to the establishment of a blue economy in Europe

  • Provided advice on public policy for spatial planning and sustainable development strategies

  • Initiated, managed, and co-coordinated research and commercial projects with cross-functional teams

  • Analysed and interpreted complex scientific data, and converted it into scientific and business reports

  • Built and led multi-country cross-functional consortia, managed client/partner relationships, and engaged with key stakeholders within the business, political, and academic sphere

  • Developed extensive experience with scientific and business reporting (e.g., preparation of business cases, grant proposals, book chapters, and more)

Scientific Consultant & Business Developer
Oct 2023 - Present Allround Seaweed
  • Spearheaded the development of sustainable business cases and strategies for companies within the seaweed aquaculture industry

  • Delivered efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for commercial operations to enhance company sustainability and commercial success

  • Managed international projects

  • Established and managed relationships with commercial and academic

    stakeholders

  • Identified and assessed opportunities for further commercial development

    based on sustainability data and policy-based requirements

  • Contributed to the graphic development of the Allround Seaweed website

Researcher
Jul 2022 - Aug 2023 Hanze University of Applied Sciences
  • Conducted research to develop a software-based methodology to map out differences in seaweed diversity along the North Sea coast

  • Developed strong data collection, management, and interpretation skills by conducting laboratory-based and field research

  • Co-wrote a grant proposal which resulted in successful project funding (4 years) from national authorities

  • Delivered written reports to communicate relevant progress with key internal and external stakeholders

Education

MSc Marine Biology
Sep 2019 - Jan 2022 University of Groningen
MSc Biolology: Science, Business and Policy
Sep 2021 - Jul 2022 University of Groningen
BSc Biology
Sep 2014 - Oct 2018 Marche Polytechnic University

Name and surname

Caterina Pezzola

Nationality

Italian

Years of experience

1-3 years

Are you looking for a job in:

In my country of residence, I am willing to move abroad, Only remotely

Additional training

  • Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM), Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications
  • Environmental Impact Assessment, University of Adelaide

Language (indicate level)

English - Professional proficiency 

Italian - Native 

Spanish - C1

Dutch - A2

Digital competences (indicate level)

High proficiency in:

  • Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Data analysis 
  • Technical/computer skills
  • Website design 

Personal website / LinkedIN

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caterinapezzola/