Federico Garelli

I love building things that make a difference—whether it’s a startup, a community, or new ideas.

As Founder of Deskbuddy, I’m working to make remote work easier and more connected. Our platform helps professionals find and book flexible workspaces, using AI-powered recommendations and a strong community focus.

Beyond startups, I’m passionate about education and impact. As President & Co-founder of Flow APS, I’ve helped secure €150,000+ in EU funding, empowering young people through international mobility, sustainability, and non-formal education projects.

I also teach Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, Hypermesh and Ansys, sharing my expertise in mechanical design and 3D modeling to help professionals and students master the tool for real-world applications.

My background? I have a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (MEng) at Politecnico di Torino and certifications in SolidWorks (CSWP®), Project Management (PMI-CAPM®), and Agile methodologies (PSPO I®, PSM I®).

I’ve worked as a mechanical engineer (simulation and design) in the automotive industry, on collaborative research projects (Horizon Europe), and in a dynamic startup environment.

My experience spans product development and design, finite element analysis, and project management, giving me a strong mix of technical and strategic skills.

I thrive at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and education—always seeking new ways to innovate, connect, and create impact.

📩 Let’s connect and shape the future together!

With over 10 years of experience across engineering design, research, and innovation, I bridge the gap between technical precision and business execution.

Engineering & Research:

Worked on simulation analysis, composite materials, and additive manufacturing within EU-funded research projects, focusing on structural optimization, crash analysis, and lightweight component design.

Education & Mentorship:

Currently teaching Ansys and Autodesk Inventor at Click Academy, helping engineers and students develop CAD/FEA skills aligned with industry standards and manufacturing constraints.

Project & Innovation Management:

Managed over €100K in EU projects and led cross-border teams through R&D, product design, and sustainability initiatives.

Entrepreneurship & Product Development:

Founder & CEO of Deskbuddy — a startup transforming remote work through ESG-aligned benefits.

Winner of IPHatch® 2024, recognized for excellence in tech commercialization and innovation strategy.

Currently based in New York City, combining hands-on engineering with global innovation management and teaching.

🎓 Columbia Business School (New York, USA)

Executive Education – Business & Innovation Management

Focus on entrepreneurship, strategy, and scaling technology ventures.

🏗️ Politecnico di Torino (Turin, Italy)

Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Specialization in structural design, simulation, and advanced materials.

💻 Professional Certifications

Autodesk Certified Professional – Inventor

PMI-CAPM® (Project Management Institute)

PSM I – Professional Scrum Master (Scrum.org)

Lean Six Sigma White Belt