In this episode of Wine Down Friday, we sit down with Maria Chizzali, founder of HSYCO and Sfera Labs, two companies reshaping industrial automation with open, secure, and future-proof platforms. With a career spanning Accenture, Xerox, Dell, and Buongiorno, Maria has always been driven by building something new—transforming ideas into thriving ventures. We explore her entrepreneurial journey, the evolution of automation in the era of IoT and AI, and her advice for young engineers, especially women in tech. Beyond business, Maria shares her passions for sailing, flying, mountains, music, and—of course—her sommelier’s love for Italian wine.
