About Us

Manuel Vadalà is the founder of DRIVE2CHANGE. He brings 25+ years of experience leading business functions, international programmes and transformation initiatives across complex organisations.

Throughout his career, Manuel has worked with global teams, taking direct responsibility for people, budgets and delivery. His expertise spans strategic transformation, Agile and Lean ways of working, project and portfolio management, change management, innovation and digital transformation.

A Mechanical Engineering graduate specialising in robotics and automation, Manuel combines technical expertise with a practical understanding of how organisations change. He holds certifications in project management, Agile, Lean, coaching, mentoring and innovation management.

Manuel’s approach starts with people. He helps leaders turn strategic goals into clear priorities and workable plans, while building the capabilities and commitment needed to make change last.

Certifications

KANBAN UNIVERSITY - Kanban System Design

SIM - Mentoring Project Manager

SIM - Mentor

UNIONCAMERE - Innovation Manager

SCALED AGILE - SAFe Program Consultant

PMI - Project Management Professional

SCRUM ALLIANCE - Certified LeSS Practitioner

SCRUM ALLIANCE - Certified LeSS for Executives

DFSS - Design for Six Sigma Green Belt

IIBLC - Certified Green Belt in Lean

PMI - Generative AI Overview for Project Managers

PMI - AI in Agile Delivery