Prometeo Coaching® – Team

The Prometeo Coaching Team consists of University Professors, Trainers, Psychologists, Consultants, Counselors, and Athletes, all of whom are Professional Coaches. The personalized and flexible nature of the relationships we establish with our Clients, along with the high quality of the Training Programs we aim to deliver, requires collaboration with a wide range of specialized professionals. Our staff was carefully selected, identifying a unique potential or specific characteristic in each trainer, creating a cohesive team united by the value of excellence.
The Prometeo Coaching Team’s goal is excellence: excellence in content, in the quality of interpersonal relationships, and in the tangible results we aim to offer our Clients.

Angelo Bonacci

CEO and Founder of Volo S.r.l., the exclusive owner of the Prometeo Coaching® brand. He is regarded as a veteran of Italian Coaching. For about 25 years, he has been a lecturer and speaker in seminars on Coaching, Leadership, and Personal Self-efficacy. With thousands of participants in his courses to become Professional Coaches, he conducts over 2,000 hours of Coaching annually and is the author of Migliora la tua Vita! Manuale di Self Coaching (FrancoAngeli), ranked among the top 10 books on general Coaching and the best on Self-Coaching. In 2015, he was a member of the working group for drafting the UNI 11601 Technical Standard, which defines and classifies professional standards for Coaching Services in Italy. In 2019, he contributed to drafting the standard on “Coaching Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies.” In 2018, he earned the Certification of Compliance for the design and delivery of Coaching Services according to the UNI 11601:2024 Technical Standard. After extensive consulting experience, he entered the professional Coaching world in the late 1990s by completing a Master’s in Life & Business Coaching in London. Following this important international experience, he dedicated several years to researching and studying Coaching for personal development and professional performance improvement. He is a Certified Inner Game® Facilitator and collaborates with the American company “The Inner Game Institute®” founded by Timothy Gallwey (considered the founding father of Coaching) and Renato Ricci. Over the years, he has deepened his knowledge in Positive Psychology, Gestalt, Emotional Intelligence, and Leadership by attending top national and international courses and trainers. As the Academic Director of the Prometeo Coaching School, he has shifted his focus in recent years to international training, attending courses, seminars, and conferences worldwide. He regularly writes significant articles on Coaching for newspapers and specialized journals. Over the past 20 years, he has conducted hundreds of training sessions, educating thousands of individuals, entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, salespeople, and everyday people. Currently, he serves as a Personal Coach to managers, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, politicians, and entertainers who aim to bring out their best, discover and train their potential, enhance performance, and achieve challenging goals. He works with leading Italian and multinational companies, focusing on Coaching, Leadership, and Human Resource Management. He is the creator of the SMART Coaching Event, Italy’s most authoritative Coaching course, which annually features the best trainers and speakers from the world of Coaching, personal, and professional development.

Michael Gabaldi

Professional Coach and Tutor at the Italian School of Life, Business, and Sport Coaching. He holds a degree in Psychological Sciences and Techniques, with honors in “Psychology of Well-being and Performance.” He has explored the topic of Inner Game® by training with The Inner Game Institute, led by Timothy Gallwey (considered the founding father of Coaching). He has acquired “Practitioner” and “Master Practitioner” certifications in NLP through recognized programs from the NLP Society™, founded by John La Valle and Richard Bandler. Additionally, he holds a specialization in Corporate and Sport Coaching. Passionate about Personal Growth and Development, in recent years, he has refined his skills through courses in Effective Communication, Transactional Analysis, Self-esteem, and Emotional Intelligence. As a Professional Coach, he primarily focuses on Flow, Leadership, and Creative Conflict Management. His mission is to help individuals and teams express their potential, improve performance, and achieve tangible results in their personal lives, sports, and professions.

Nicoletta Caputo

Has extensive experience in Corporate Consulting, having worked for several years in a prestigious firm specializing in Marketing and Communication. She currently operates as a Business Consultant, focusing on the restructuring and revitalization of small and medium-sized enterprises, guiding them through transformation and sustainable growth. Her journey into Coaching began with the attainment of Practitioner and Master Practitioner certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), which laid the foundation for her evolution into a Professional Life, Business, and Sport Coach. Passionate about Personal Growth and Development, she has continually refined her expertise by attending high-level Seminars and Workshops on Business Coaching, Effective Communication, Transactional Analysis, Self-Esteem, and Emotional Intelligence. As a Professional Coach and Tutor at the Italian School of Life, Business, and Sport Coaching, she collaborates with national and international companies, where she specializes in Business Coaching, Leadership, Time Management, and Public Speaking. She is also a Certified Inner Game® Facilitator, working closely with The Inner Game Institute, founded by Timothy Gallwey, the pioneer of modern Coaching. Nicoletta’s mission is to empower individuals and organizations, helping them unlock their full potential, develop strategic thinking, enhance leadership skills, and achieve high-impact, measurable results in both their professional and personal endeavors.

Federica Palumbo

Professional Coach, Internationally Certified NLP Trainer (NLP Society™ of John La Valle and Richard Bandler), and Tutor at the Italian School of Life, Business, and Sport Coaching. She is an expert in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, effective communication and relationships, conversational hypnosis, advanced linguistic models, persuasive and charismatic language, and change techniques. She firmly believes in the development of human potential and is convinced that NLP, Coaching, and the most innovative personal development methodologies are essential tools for individual happiness, as well as for the well-being and growth of teams and organizations. Federica is a member of the working group for the UNI Technical Standard, responsible for defining professional standards for the knowledge, skills, and competencies of Professional Coaches. In recent years, she has deepened her expertise and expanded her professional experience in human resource management, coordinating and leading work teams to achieve significant growth and development goals. She provides training for both individuals and businesses, with a particular focus on Life and Business Coaching. A Law graduate and a qualified Lawyer, she has personally promoted and facilitated the establishment of agreements and partnerships at the national level with public institutions, major corporations, and leading industry associations. For several years, she worked as a Marketing Director in major corporate groups and has extensive experience in communication and business development. A lifelong enthusiast of Training and Personal Growth, she has refined her expertise in NLP, Coaching, and top personal development techniques, attending the best training programs both nationally and internationally.

 Marina Oliviero

Professional Coach and Tutor at the Italian School of Life, Business, and Sport Coaching. With a lifelong passion for the many facets of human nature, she has combined extensive corporate consulting experience with the world of training and Coaching, adopting an integrated approach to personal and professional development. Her professional experiences following her studies have allowed her to develop the ability to effectively interact with diverse individuals, learning to define, organize, and manage challenging goals, even in difficult and highly stressful situations. Driven by curiosity, research, and a desire for deeper learning, she works as an Executive Coach, supporting freelancers, entrepreneurs, and individuals who seek to grow, improve, and unlock their full potential. She developed a strong passion for Coaching because it is a method focused on individual development and the enhancement of human potential. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience with UNI 11601:2024 certification for the design and delivery of Coaching services.

Sole Lancia

A Professional Coach, Psychologist, Clinical Psychology Specialist, Psychotherapist, and Corporate Trainer, she is also the author of the books Chi cerca trova and Tutta l’Autostima che voglio. She has been the host of the “Summer Coach” segment on Rai 1’s Weekly and has appeared as a guest on numerous television and radio programs, including Elisir, Buongiorno Benessere, Sky TG24, Uno Mattina, and La Sveglia di Rai Due. Holding a degree from the University of Rome “La Sapienza,” where she later specialized with honors, she has dedicated her career to the development of social projects aimed at personal growth and individual fulfillment. Her commitment has also extended to the educational sector, supporting teachers, students, and parents in recognizing and enhancing their abilities. For years, she was a board member of a non-profit organization, working to combat social hardship through empowerment initiatives, including managing the “Ti Ascolto” support desks in various districts of Rome. She has been actively engaged in improving people’s quality of life, participating in conferences and symposiums on personal development and well-being. Between 2013 and 2017, she contributed to the scientific committee on the right to health in oncology, helping to define the annual guidelines adopted by the Minister of Health. A leader of personal growth groups for over a decade, she encourages individuals to discover and develop their potential, striving for the best version of themselves and the realization of their most cherished dreams. She follows the principle: “Whether you believe it is possible or impossible, you will be right either way.” This reflects her dedication to scientific research on the potential of the human mind, aiming to optimize performance and results. Her mission is clear: to promote personal growth, self-fulfillment, happiness, and well-being for all those who aspire to achieve these goals.

Tania Cagnotto

Professional Coach, former athlete, and Italian diving champion, has left an indelible mark on Italian sports history. Renowned for her exceptional diving career and for representing Italy in five consecutive Olympic Games, from Sydney 2000 to Rio 2016, she began making waves in the sport at just fifteen years old. Standing out on the international stage, she won two Olympic medals—a bronze and a silver—and reached the pinnacle of her career with gold at the 2015 World Championships in Kazan, becoming the first Italian woman to achieve such a historic victory in diving. Her impact on the sports world was so profound that the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI) honored her by including her in the Walk of Fame of Italian sports. This prestigious recognition is reserved exclusively for the most distinguished figures in Italian sports, those who have left an everlasting legacy through their extraordinary achievements, leadership, and contributions to the sports movement. Her career is the result of unwavering commitment, extraordinary talent, and unmatched resilience, qualities that have elevated her to an icon in the global sports world, enriching her record with 10 World Championship medals and 20 European Championship titles. Throughout her career, she faced countless challenges, including moments of extreme pressure and stress, which taught her the crucial importance of a strong mindset. These lessons led her to become a Sports Coach, dedicating herself to passing on her knowledge to young athletes. Following motherhood, she forged a meaningful collaboration with the Italian Swimming Federation (FIN), working to develop mental resilience in young divers—a key skill for handling competition stress and performing under pressure. Through her work, Tania continues to be an inspiration, proving that success in sports relies as much on mental strength as it does on physical ability, paving the way for future generations to achieve excellence.

Matteo Castaldo

Professional Coach, former Olympic Rowing Team athlete (2013-2021), and graduate in Political Science and International Relations. He specializes in Sport Coaching, leveraging his extensive experience in high-level competition. From 2015 to 2021, he was a key member of Italy’s men’s four (Quattro Senza) rowing team, achieving remarkable success as a World Champion, European Champion, and two-time Olympic bronze medalist at Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020. In addition to silver medals at the World Championships, he was awarded the Collare d’Oro al Merito Sportivo in 2015, the highest honor bestowed by the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI) on an athlete. A passionate sports enthusiast, over the years, he has developed extensive expertise in high-performance athletic preparation, particularly in strategic planning and achieving major objectives under stress. “Success is long patience” has always been his motto, a guiding principle that has shaped him both as an athlete and as a person. After retiring from competitive rowing, his mission is to help athletes discover and enhance their potential, preparing them mentally and emotionally for their next challenges.

Rossano Galtarossa

Professional Coach. For over twenty-five years, he has honored the sport of rowing at a competitive level, proudly representing the Italian national team for 21 seasons. His exceptional career led him to compete in six editions of the Olympic Games, from Barcelona 1992 to London 2012, earning a place on the podium four times: he won gold in Sydney 2000, silver in Beijing 2008, and two bronze medals, one in Barcelona 1992 and another in Athens 2004, making him the most decorated Italian rower in Olympic history. Throughout his career, he participated in 14 World Championships, securing a total of 10 medals: 5 gold, 2 silver, and 3 bronze. In 2016, he took on the role of team leader for the Italian Paralympic rowing team at the Rio Games. In 2021, he served as a technical commentator for Eurosport, covering the rowing events at the Tokyo Olympics, a role he had already begun in 2018 for the European Championships in Glasgow. Currently, he serves as the director of Canottieri Padova ASD, a historic multi-sports club with a century-long tradition, where he is also a board member. Additionally, he is the Vice President of CONI Veneto and a board member of Assindustria Sport Padova, an athletics association with over 800 members. His deep expertise in sports extends into the academic world, where he teaches as an adjunct professor at the University of Padua, in the Department of Motor Sciences. He also chairs the technical jury of the “Memo Geremia” Sports Literary Award and actively organizes corporate team-building programs, applying his sports knowledge to enhance business efficiency. Firmly convinced of the crucial role of the mental factor in sports, professional life, and personal growth, he has undergone specialized training to further refine his skills in this area. He strongly believes that simply transferring experiences, no matter how valuable or intense, is not always sufficient and can even be limiting or counterproductive, given the unique individuality of each person.