Curiosity, with a practical edge.
- Leonardo Ercoli
- Milan, Italy
- Accenture
- Strategy & Consulting · Fashion & Luxury
- Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI & Innovation
- Alma Mater Studiorum — University of Bologna
I'm Leonardo Ercoli, a Milan-based professional working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, business strategy and real-world innovation.
In my role in Strategy & Consulting at Accenture within the Fashion & Luxury domain, I look at how technology changes not just what brands offer, but how organizations decide, operate and connect with people.
Why AI × Real-World Innovation
New foundation models, agentic workflows and digital tools arrive every week—yet the gap between raw capability and meaningful business impact remains wide.
Working in Milan's Fashion & Luxury ecosystem shapes how I evaluate innovation. In industries built on heritage, taste and human touch, technology is never adopted just because it is new. It has to earn its place—by sharpening decisions, elevating the client experience, or making complex operations smarter.
Academic Foundation
Alma Mater Studiorum — University of Bologna
Research focus: Retail analytics in boutique environments and opportunities for artificial intelligence.
My focus on connecting quantitative rigor with physical and digital retail began at Alma Mater Studiorum — University of Bologna, where my thesis investigated boutique retail analytics and opportunities for artificial intelligence.
Writing & Field Notes
I treat writing and hands-on experimentation as one discipline: testing tools directly, mapping how they fit into real workflows, and publishing clear takeaways on this site and on Substack.
Direct answers about Leonardo Ercoli
Who is Leonardo Ercoli?
Leonardo Ercoli is a Milan-based professional working in Strategy & Consulting at Accenture with a focus on the Fashion & Luxury sector, exploring the practical impact of artificial intelligence, generative AI and emerging technologies on business, products and human experiences.
What does Leonardo Ercoli focus on?
His work and writing focus on artificial intelligence, generative AI, digital transformation, emerging products and real-world innovation—bridging cross-industry technological breakthroughs with specialized insight into fashion, luxury and retail.
Where is Leonardo Ercoli based and where does he work?
Leonardo Ercoli is based in Milan, Italy, and works in Strategy & Consulting at Accenture within the Fashion & Luxury domain. He is an alumnus of Alma Mater Studiorum — University of Bologna.
Where does Leonardo Ercoli publish his writing?
He publishes essays, field notes and technology explorations through his personal website (leonardo-ercoli.com) and his official Substack newsletter.
How can someone contact Leonardo Ercoli?
Leonardo Ercoli can be contacted directly via email at info@leonardo-ercoli.com or through his official LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/leonardo-ercoli/.