Valentina Romano is Head of Collaborative and Multidisciplinary Research Planning Division at Politecnico di Torino. She holds an MA in International and Diplomacy Sciences (University of Bologna) and an advanced master’s degree in University Management (Politecnico di Milano). She has been invited as speaker in international conferences on the professional profile of Research Managers and Administrators. She is also trainer and mentor in the field. She is former member of EARMA Committee on Professional Development and Recognition. Since 2020 has been leading a network of RMAs in Italy aimed at raising awareness on research management as a profession.