As Regional Lead, Italy, at Aii, Daniele is responsible for developing and accelerating the Roadmap to Net Zero by engaging local stakeholders. He comes to Aii with a passion for sustainability and a particular focus on the Italian luxury fashion sector. He is supported by a technical background, and his purpose-driven work has generated his reputation for positive collaboration and dialogue.

Before joining Aii, Daniele spent 13 years with HUGO BOSS, where he contributed to shaping and implementing the environmental strategy of the company in collaboration with key external industry initiatives.

Daniele earned a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Marche Polytechnic University and a Professional master’s degree in Management of Sustainability and Carbon Footprint from Ca’ Foscari University of Venice.

Manufacturing Engagement Manager Disha Pande started her career in the textile industry almost a decade ago and believes that it is vital to support manufacturers in joining the sustainability movement by providing them necessary information and expertise. She is excited to join Aii in this new role, where she will be responsible for managing and executing Aii’s recruitment and ongoing partnership activities with manufacturers in South Asia.

After earning a bachelor’s degree in apparel production, she worked in product development with a leading apparel exporter and a major domestic brand that specializes in Indian handwoven products and handicrafts. After completing her master’s in social entrepreneurship, she joined a global nonprofit to manage stakeholder engagement within the textile supply chain in India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

A cause-driven professional who is passionate about making a difference in the world, SeniorManager of Marketing and Communications Nakia Granberg has dedicated her career in communications to nonprofit and government agencies. Most recently, she served as social media manager and writer for a county Department of Human Services, creating and implementing policies, standards and style guides to ensure consistent and effective communication.

Nakia joins Aii as the organization’s first full-time marketing and communications hire. In this role she is excited to build and maintain marketing and communications processes that help the organization grow and thrive.

As Accounting Manager, Mark is responsible for all financial accounting and reporting activities, along with supporting management accounting activities such as cash management, budgeting, forecasting and analysis. He is involved in supporting presentations to the Board’s Finance and Audit Committees and plays a major role in influencing and shaping the strategy, policies, and internal controls of the organization.

Mark has more than 15 years of progressive accounting experience, including for-profit, non-profit, Accounting Manager, and Controller-level experience.

Mark received his B.S. in Accounting & Finance, as well as his M.S. in Accounting from Wilmington University. He is currently focusing on completing his CPA designation and applying to Doctoral Programs in International Finance & Economic Policy.