Rosario Ciancimino

Originally from Agrigento, Italy, my career has taken me across the globe, living and working in the USA, Germany, and Japan. With a passion for mathematics and problem-solving, I pursued a degree in Electrical Engineering, graduating with honors and specializing in Electric Drive Systems and Motion Control algorithms—fields that continue to inspire my passion for innovative technologies.

My fascination with diverse cultures and perspectives has shaped a dynamic career in multinational business environments. I began my professional journey in the United States at Whirlpool Corporation through their Technical Excellence Development Program, a fast-track initiative for emerging engineering talent. This experience set the foundation for my progression into Whirlpool’s Global Product Development team and a deeper understanding of consumer-driven innovation.

Transitioning from engineering to marketing, I earned my MBA and built a 13-year career that spanned product development and brand management. As Director of International Marketing at Bissell, I led the expansion of the brand into Western Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific, significantly broadening the company’s global reach.

At Tetra Pak, I managed global product portfolios, collaborating closely with R&D to define innovative roadmaps for premium packaging solutions. My leadership extended to Japan as Marketing Director, where I drove a major customer investment cycle, revitalizing the packaging solutions market with proprietary products. Later, as Product Portfolio Management Director for Asia Pacific, I expanded my responsibilities and influence in a key growth region.

With a spirit of adventure, I took on the challenge of leading organizational change as VP of Human Resources at Amway. There, I transformed the Asia Pacific organization into a functional matrix structure, achieving over $30 million in SG&A savings. This experience
highlighted my ability to drive impactful results in both operational efficiency and human capital strategy.

Most recently, I served as VP of Global Product Marketing in Germany, furthering my expertise in leading innovation, building high-performance teams, and driving strategic growth in complex, multi-functional environments.

With 20+ years of international executive experience across engineering, marketing, and human resources, I thrive in dynamic and culturally diverse environments. I am passionate about driving innovation, developing future capabilities, and leading teams to success.