Gregorio Suriano-Managing Director & Freelancer
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Experience
Founder
Exceleration
Exceleration focuses on the design and implementation of structured Excel-based management systems for SMEs.
The project helps companies transform fragmented spreadsheets into integrated operational tools that support planning, automation, and decision-making.
Typical solutions include:
- Production and capacity planning systems
- KPI dashboards and operational reporting
- Financial monitoring and business case modelling
- Automation of recurring workflows through VBA and Power Query
- Integration of operational data across departments (operations, finance, administration)
The goal is to create simple but robust management infrastructures that increase transparency, reduce manual work, and improve operational control.
Managing Director
SMI-Meßeinrichtungen und Industrieservice GmbH
- Restored profitability and reduced company liabilities by over €700,000 in three years through lean reorganization, headcount optimization, and systematic cost control.
- Improved operational efficiency by 23% via production optimization programs, reducing waste and increasing throughput across molding, lapping, and quality control.
- Supervised delivery of hundreds of thousands of precision thermoset components monthly, maintaining high quality standards and on-time delivery to key European clients.
- Designed and implemented a fully custom integrated ERP system from scratch (production control, warehouse, quality, accounting, KPI monitoring) using VBA and Excel — zero external consultants.
- Prepared a comprehensive business overview and M&A acquisition proposal for a strategic international industrial investor, including financial modelling, capacity analysis, risk assessment, and valuation framework.
- Regular P&L reporting and investment decision support to company shareholders; full accountability for capital allocation and multi-year restructuring plan.
- Increased workforce engagement and reduced absenteeism through transparent communication, incentive programs and team empowerment.
Project Engineer & Production Coordination
GSAB Elektrotechnik GmbH
- Planned and developed switch cabinet systems and charging infrastructures according to customer specifications.
- Prepared technical designs, system cost calculations, and customer quotations with SAP.
- Provided technical consulting and project support through to completion.
- Coordinated manufacturing processes to ensure high quality standards.
Research Fellowship
Marche Polytechnic University
- Daylighting building system for energy efficiency with thermoelectric shading.
Plant Inspector
PCQ Progetto Costruzione Qualità Srl
- Verified regulatory compliance in project documentation for various systems, including HVAC, industrial, and electrical systems, water supply and sewage.
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Professional Services, Construction, Education, and Energy.
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Experienced in Finance, Operations, Strategy, Product Development, Production, and Project Management.
Summary
Operationally driven Managing Director and systems builder with 8+ years of experience in industrial and manufacturing environments across Germany and Italy.
Specialised in restoring operational control in SMEs by designing integrated management systems that connect production, finance, and decision-making.
Proven track record in leading operational and financial turnarounds, including restoring profitability and eliminating more than €700k in liabilities while improving operational efficiency and financial transparency.
Combining an engineering background with hands-on leadership, I develop structured management architectures — often built on advanced Excel/VBA frameworks — that automate workflows, integrate business data, and create real-time operational visibility.
Through my project Exceleration, I support companies in transforming fragmented spreadsheets into reliable operational control systems for planning, KPI tracking, and financial oversight.
Skills
- Erp & Systems Development (Vba, Appsheet, Sap)
- Kpi Reporting/Business Intelligence (Power Bi, Excel)
- Financial/Ops Governance (P&L, Cost Control, Lean Ops)
- Ai & Digital Productivity (Notebooklm, Claude, G Suite)
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Education
SIDA Group
Master in Real Estate Management · Real Estate Management · Ancona, Italy
UNICAL
Master’s Degree, Energy & Nuclear Engineering · Energy & Nuclear Engineering · Rende, Italy · 110/110 cum laude
UNICAL
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Rende, Italy
Certifications & licenses
Professional Engineering License
Italy
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Experience
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Gregorio is based in Nesse-Apfelstädt, Germany.
Gregorio speaks the following languages: Italian (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).
Gregorio has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Gregorio has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Gregorio may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Gregorio would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder, Managing Director, Project Engineer & Production Coordination.
Gregorio's most recent position is Founder at Exceleration.
In recent years, Gregorio has worked for Exceleration, SMI-Meßeinrichtungen und Industrieservice GmbH, and GSAB Elektrotechnik GmbH.
Gregorio is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Construction. Gregorio also has some experience in Education and Energy.
Gregorio is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Operations, and Strategy. Gregorio also has some experience in Product Development, Production, and Project Management.
Gregorio has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services.
Gregorio has recently worked in business areas like Finance, Operations, and Strategy.
Gregorio holds a Master in Real Estate Management from SIDA Group, a Master in Energy & Nuclear Engineering from UNICAL and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from UNICAL.
Gregorio has 2 certificates. These include: ECDL European Computer Driving License and Professional Engineering License.
The availability of Gregorio needs to be confirmed.
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