After earning a degree in electrical engineering at Polytechnic University in Milan, Mr. Mareschi Danieli focused on a deeper understanding of the steelmaking process and gained work experience in the Danieli steelmaking division ABS. Afterwards, he spent some years on Danieli construction sites worldwide, including three years in Abu Dhabi and two years in Ukraine, assuming first the role of project coordinator and then becoming site manager, responsible for the Interpipe project. Next, he joined the Danieli Thailand team, the largest affiliate of Danieli at the time. This experience culminated in his appointment as CEO of Danieli Thailand in 2012, focusing on improved efficiency and specialization to compete in the SEA market. At the beginning of 2015 he returned to the group headquarters and took over the management of the Danieli Plant Engineering department, aiming at the consolidation of the commercial activities for multi-product line projects, also managing product lines such as Cranes, Hydraulics, Environment, and Centro Metallics. Part of the Danieli managing board since 2009, Mr. Mareschi Danieli was appointed Chief Executive Office of Danieli and member of the Danieli Group Executive Board in 2017.

As Head of Environment and Climate Change at the World Steel Association, Åsa is shaping the policy and advocacy activities for the global steel industry, including the promotion of industry action, in the field of environment and climate. She leads the association’s engagement with international organisations such as the UNFCCC and OECD as well as international climate initiatives related to the steel industry transition. Åsa Ekdahl has more than 20 years of experience with the environmental challenges of the steel industry, she is a recognized expert and an in-demand speaker on the topic. Before joining worldsteel, Åsa worked at both Jernkontoret, the Swedish Steel Producer’s Association and EUROFER, the European Steel Industry Association, where she was responsible for engaging with policy makers, most notably the European Commission and European Parliament, on the needs of the European steel industry in the area of environmental policy. Åsa graduated with a Master of Science in Environmental Science from Gothenburg University in Sweden.

Over more than 20 years, Luciana built her career in Communications in large companies. In line with the company's strategy, Communications can bring incredible results, such as engaging employees, stimulating dialogue between internal and external stakeholders, and acquiring a social license in large enterprises. In addition, through brand content and customer relationship, it is possible to position the brand and win sales. These results have been the basis of Luciana's professional achievements. Luciana also believes that communication skills build essential bridges for leading people and projects. Consistent goals, clear message, creativity, empathy, and listening are her ingredients to lead people and projects. Whether they are in the Communication area or any other department, be them anywhere in the world. Luciana holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and MAs in Marketing and International Relations. She has working experience in Brazil, Germany, and Italy, dealing with colleagues around the world.

Born on the 27th of December 1958 Julian Verden was educated at St John’s Preparatory School, Pinner, then at St Edward’s School, Oxford. After which he entered the Steel Trading and Distribution Industry, where he has worked for over 45 years. He is currently Stemcor Group’s Managing Director for Europe.  Julian sits on the Stemcor Group’s Trading Management, Business Committee and Derivatives Management Teams.  Julian is also current Chairman  and past Treasurer  of the International Steel Trade Association. He sits on the Presidency of Eurometal, the Association of European Distributors, and is also a member of the London Metal Exchange Steel Committee. Julian joined the Samac Group in 1978 and purchased their UK steel import business in 1991. He subsequently sold it to the Stemcor Group in 1998, who are one of the world’s leading International Steel Traders and Distributors. Julian joined the Worshipful Company of Ironmongers by redemption in 2003, became a Freeman of the City of London in 2004, joined the Livery in 2006 and then the Court in 2009. Julian became the Master for the standard 1 year term in July 2022 having served as both Junior and Senior Warden. Julian is married to Zehan and together then have 2 sons, Harry & Theo.

Vincent is General Manager – Technical Sales and Marketing for Midrex Technologies Inc., based at the headquarters in Charlotte, NC, but spends a significant amount of time in Europe. His role consists of promoting DRI and studying long-term market trends and evolution, which includes the transition from carbon-based to fossil-free steelmaking. He earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering at the Université de Technologie de Compiègne (France), a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech (USA) and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (USA). Vincent began his career in the steel industry at IRSID in France (now part of Arcelor-Mittal R&D) in 1992. After obtaining his doctorate, he worked in the melt-shop and scrap yard for J&L speciality Steel in various engineering and management positions. Subsequently, Vincent held management positions at Keywell LLC, a leading recycler of high-performance metals, prior to joining Midrex in 2011. For the first 8 years, Vincent was responsible for all innovation, R&D and technology improvements programs for Midrex and led all work on decarbonization before it became mainstream. The increased market demand for green ironmaking morphed his interests to technical marketing and business development. He joined Form Energy in 2021 to develop and scale the iron anode of a novel long duration storage battery. He re-joined Midrex in April 2023.