Team
Our Pioneers
Redefining the computing performance through cutting-edge active thermal management architecture.
Manfred Markevitch is the Co-Founder and CEO of GemaTEG, where he oversees funding, legal matters, governance, strategy, and talent scouting. Known as the "Chief Pivot Officer," Manfred has spearheaded significant milestones, including winning the 2023 Flywheel Conference and establishing GemaTEG Switzerland Sàrl. With a strong backgound in investment banking and as a CFO, he has raised $20 billion for Fortune 100 companies over two decades. Manfred uses his deep financial services and industrial goods experience to focus on market validation, ensuring our solutions meet the growing demands of AI infrastructure.
Maurizio Miozza, Co-Founder and CCO of GemaTEG, brings three decades of expertise in semiconductor technologies, especially in silicon. His approach integrates business development with engineering, guided by a mantra of Integration. Maurizio leads efforts on CPUs and GPUs, overseeing teams in Italy, Switzerland, and the USA, and fostering key technical and strategic partnerships. His dual role in research and business led to the creation of a groundbreaking TOF detector and drove UmbraGroup's expansion in the US. Renowned for market foresight, Maurizio's leadership focuses on risk management, trust-building, and mindset transformation, turning potential into achievement.
Nathaniel T. "Buster" Brown, a board member at GemaTEG, is a cornerstone of the Seattle business community, bringing decades of experience from established firms to bolster our mission in accelerating AI infrastructure towards a solid and sustainable future. As CFO of Rain City Capital, LLC, and former CFO for Vulcan, Inc., Buster's strategic financial leadership, honed over 9 years at KPMG and underscored by his education from the University of Puget Sound, enriches GemaTEG's direction. His profound commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement, combined with his experience in leading finances at Vulcan Inc., a Paul G. Allen enterprise, ensures our path to AI advancement is both ambitious and grounded.
Silvia Matacchioni
Silvia Matacchioni is Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for GemaTEG Italia Srl. She oversees accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and relationships with banks and employees, while playing a key role in shaping the company’s core management strategies.
As a certified Auditor and Chartered Accountant, and a member of the Order of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts of Perugia, Italy, Silvia brings over twenty years of experience supporting large Italian companies with international operations. Her leadership is guided by professionalism, collaboration, and a strong commitment to quality. Since the company’s founding, she has played a central role in transforming GemaTEG’s vision into a solid and growing reality.
Doug Kikendall is GemaTEG’s Chief Financial Officer. He has a track record of raising capital and scaling operations. As a venture-backed CFO, he has helped secure significant funding for companies across multiple industries, including a $250 million Series A. He also led finance through the sale of Firewalk Studios to Sony Interactive Entertainment. A CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner, Doug began his career at Moss Adams. He holds a Master’s in Accounting from Washington State University. At GemaTEG, he brings the financial discipline, strong controls, and transparency a growing company needs to scale with confidence.
Bruno Lorenzi, Ph.D., Head of Engineering at GemaTEG, holds a PhD in Material Science from the University of Milano Bicocca. After gaining five years of academic experience at renowned institutions such as Stanford University, MIT, and the University of Milano Bicocca, he joined GemaTEG in 2021 as R&D engineer. An expert in thermoelectric and photovoltaic systems, he now leads our engineering team, focusing on developing future solutions like DaTEG to enhance AI Infrastructure. Bruno's leadership is characterized by inspiration and active listening, fostering a culture of openness and structured innovation using the RAIL method. His commitment to pushing technological boundaries while steering GemaTEG's strategic direction in the dynamic market is paramount.
Federica Fioroni, Operations and HR executive at GemaTEG, ensures seamless operations that allow the technical team to focus on innovation and development. She oversees critical functions such as financial management, treasury, supplier relations, and securing R&D funding. With extensive HR experience, Federica manages the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to professional growth, fostering a collaborative environment. Her background at SKY Italia, where she built successful organizations during a significant merger, informs her strategic approach at GemaTEG, where she drives sustainable growth and lays the foundation for long-term success.
Luca Tomassetti leads Operations at GemaTEG, where he oversees all business operations to ensure efficiency, scalability, and quality in processes. He is focused on building a strong operational foundation to meet customer demand in alignment with budgetary constraints. With a background in mechanical engineering and over 20 years of experience consulting on certified management systems, Luca brings a systems-oriented approach to operational growth. Since joining, he has led the setup of GemaTEG’s headquarters and assembly line and is driving the implementation of an Operational Excellence framework.
Youri Markevitch, Director of GemaTEG Switzerland, spearheads our European expansion, focusing on sales and development for AI Infrastructure. He excels in building strategic investor relations and partnerships, boosting our presence in the AI infrastructure sector. Youri's strategy blends marketing, team building, and streamlined operations. He has forged key European relationships, deepened research collaborations, and delved into next-gen technologies like GPUs and Superchips. Known for his entrepreneurial leadership and strong interpersonal skills, Youri effectively manages teams and client interactions. He also contributes to the AI conversation as a speaker at industry events, sharing insights and trends.
Technical Advisors
Redefining the computing performance through cutting-edge active thermal management architecture.
Dr. John Acocella brings over 40 years of expertise in semiconductor technology and global team leadership. A former IBM Semiconductor Senior Executive, John has led development and implementation projects across China, Japan, India, Europe, and the US. His work spans ASIC design, gaming processors, System CPU design, and manufacturing ramp-ups. Renowned for his practical and strategic insights, John has obtained several key patents and publications, including a patent on radiation-resistant optical glasses. His addition to GemaTEG strengthens our technical capabilities and validates our innovative solutions, driving our mission forward with industry-leading expertise.
Jamie Boyd is an Advisory Board Member at GemaTEG, where he works with leadership on strategic growth and capital planning. He is Founder and Managing Partner of Cypress Capital and brings over 25 years of experience across investment banking, private equity, corporate law, and executive management. Over 20 years at Cascadia Capital, he built one of the most successful investment banking franchises, centered on Energy Transition and Climate Technologies, and founded and led a Nasdaq-listed special purpose acquisition company. Jamie has served on the boards of private businesses and community organizations, and holds degrees from UBC, Gonzaga, and NYU.
