Stefano Serafini

Stefano Serafini is the Executive Vice President – Europe of IP Talons. Stefano is a former senior leader and manager with the US Government (USG) Executive Branch with nearly 25 years of service focused on national and international security and risk analysis. His experience includes tours and travel in the Near East, South Asia, North Africa, and Europe where he held extensive engagement with the US Intelligence Community (USIC) and US Military (USMIL), as well as with foreign partners on policy matters ranging from cybersecurity to political stability to counterterrorism. He also worked extensively on several Joint Terrorism Task Force squads domestically following the attacks of 9/11.

Following retirement from government service in 2020, Stefano set up his own consulting firm, focused on providing consulting services specialized in market intelligence, risk management, and business development in select overseas markets. His clientele ranged from elite USG/USMIL elements to corporate America.

Stefano holds a Masters in National Security Studies with a minor in Cybersecurity Strategy from the prestigious National Defense University’s Eisenhower School. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Southern California. He splits his time between the United States and Europe.