Ms. Federica Valente is the Manager of the Hub for EU Defence Innovation at the European Defence Agency (EDA), where she has designed and is managing the Hub’s portfolio since its inception. In her role, Ms. Valente drives the strategic direction of the Hub, overseeing its deployment, leading a dedicated team, and managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. She also plays a pivotal role in defining and advancing the Agency’s Technology Watch and Foresight agenda.
With almost two decades of experience in the defence sector, Ms. Valente has excelled in various roles, including researcher, program manager, and business development leader. During her tenure at the Netherlands Applied Research Institute (TNO), she was responsible for managing key stakeholder relationships across Europe, the USA, and South-East Asia, significantly contributing to business development and expanding TNO’s international reach.