Marco Alverà

Business leader, Entrepreneur, Technologist

Marco Alverà is the Chief Executive of Snam, Europe’s largest natural gas utility. He has worked in the energy sector for 15 years, working in both Europe and the Americas; he has negotiated multibillion dollar energy contracts with African, European, and Russian stateowned corporations. Previously, Marco was a technology entrepreneur, but he has a passion for neuroscience and an enduring interest in bridging the divide between the corporate world and the “real” world. At Snam, he launched the Snam Foundation, which helps create infrastructure projects for communities, and now he is spearheading the Snam Institute for leadership development. Marco also serves on the board of S&P Global, which facilitates the connection between global investors, companies, and markets.

I am passionate about energy, because almost everything that human beings do requires having a safe, clean and affordable supply of energy. And I feel privileged to be tackling these issues as the head of Snam, which is Europe’s largest energy infrastructure company, the biggest expert in the natural gas space and independent from any commercial interests. I am also passionate about energy in the workplace, because I have seen with my own eyes the difference that being able to imbue work with meaning, fairness and trust makes to people’s ability to engage, contribute and have fun in the office. This is an ongoing learning experience for me, and one that I hope I am getting better at every day.

Economics, Energy, Neuroscience, Technology

What is it about unfairness? Whether it’s not being invited to a friend’s wedding (when other people who barely know her are) or getting reprimanded for an honest mistake, unfairness often makes us so upset that we can’t think straight. But unfairness isn’t just a personal issue; it’s also bad news for business. Partial treatment or unwarranted penalties in the workplace often make workers unhappy and unengaged, leading to millions lost in productivity each year. So how do you promote a fair workplace? Organizations can create a culture of fairness by rewarding employees for doing what they feel is right, instead of what’s selfish or quick. You know what’s right — go for it!