About Me

About Marco Papale

Playing in the marketing and advertising arena since 2000, I define myself as a curious creative problem-solver with a strong passion for technology. Over the years, I have constantly searched for opportunities to transform ideas into projects and solutions, often anticipating market trends in digital and technology.

From Web Developer to Creative Technologist

Everything started in the early 2000s, when I began my career as a web developer. However, driven by my passion for UI & UX, I decided to continue my studies and become a digital designer. I completed my studies at the European Institute of Design in Milan, where I graduated with honors presenting my thesis on the development of an electronic music software called Weepr, launched online in 2008.

After that, I began my agency career covering different roles, ranging from interactive art direction to project management. In 2013, I joined the High Potential Employee program at J. Walter Thompson New York and continued my path focusing on the creative side of technology and digital innovation.

Innovation, AI and Creative Technology

Today, I work at VML, where I lead the innovation department creating valuable solutions and meaningful experiences that put technology at the service of creativity, customers, and brands. My work focuses on AI, digital innovation, creative technology and the development of new digital products and experiences.

What I Do

My work mainly focuses on three areas: solution design, development and consultancy. In particular, I help brands and businesses design, build and launch digital products, services and experiences, combining strategy, AI, creativity and technology.

  • Solution Design

    Where others see limits, I see opportunities to shape. My passion for innovation turns into tailored solutions that blend technology, strategy, and creativity, anticipating needs and delivering real value for both brands and users.

  • Development

    Writing code is just the beginning.

    I love developing experiences across web, mobile, and immersive platforms, working with diverse technologies to bring visionary ideas to life in the most effective way.

  • Consultancy

    Not just ideas: actionable direction.

    My cross-disciplinary expertise in digital and innovation makes me a 360° consultant, helping brands and businesses navigate transformation with clarity, creativity, and confidence.

Outside the office

teaching experiences

IED - Istituto Europeo di Design

2019 / on going (2026)
Brand Communication & Strategic Marketing for Branding (it/eng class)

  • The Future of Retail (IT/ENG)
  • New Digital Landscapes (ITA/ENG)
  • Building Brand Experiences Workshop

2008 / 2012
Digital Design

  • Advertising in the Social Network era
  • User Experience Design
SDA Bocconi Milano

2025 – 2026
Full-Time MBA – Customer Journey Experience Management

  • AI Marketing Bootcamp w/WPP – link

2019
Master in Brand Communication

  • The Future of Mobile Communication
Università degli Studi di Milano Bicocca

2020
M3 Master in Marketing & Management

  • Tutorship for an innovation project
  • Project Work w/Piaggio Group
IULM

2026
Laurea Magistrale “TV-Social media e Web”

  • Lecture – AI in the Marketing & Advertising Scenario
Poli.design

2026
Master in Brand Communication

  • Lecture – How AI is Changing the Creative Industry
RCS

2026
Master in Digital Marketing

  • Lecture – How AI is Changing the Creative Industry

Outside the office

press

Video

2024

Touchpoint News – Il The delle Cinque – link

2022

Youmark: Wunderman Thompson – l’eccellenza è posizionamento – link

Articles

2025

Touchpoint News – VML Health svela il futuro della salute tra creatività, AI e tecnologia – link

La gazzetta del pubblicitario – “Augmented Health”: VML esplora il futuro della comunicazione nella salute – link

2024

Engage – Franke, al via la campagna “Mythos water hub. Water your way”. Firma VML Italy – link

2023

Media Key – Il progetto di sostenibilità “Oasi Marina” di NIVEA con Wunderman Thompson – link

Youmark – Dress for Success e WPP in italia presentano “The CEO Call center” – link