THE TEAM
CEO & Co-Founder
Enrico Boaretto
As a chess player I am a careful planner, strategist and I structure my moves with imagination.
Bio
I was born in 1967 and I have been using a wheelchair since then I have earned a degree in Economics and a Master in International Business in Trieste. I met Andrea Stella through the nautical world and together we set ourselves a challenge: to realise our dream of being able to move around independently in a wheelchair and reach inaccessible places. In 2015 we have founded Klaxon Mobility GmbH. In there we have focused all our ideas, thoughts and solutions to facilitate and ease the lives of people who, like us, use a wheelchair. I had already been living in Austria with my family for some years at that time. That’s why Klaxon is an Austrian company. I love sailing and the open, endless spaces that the sea has to offer, as infinite as the moves on a chessboard.
Sales Manager & Co-founder
Andrea Stella
Through the WoW project I have now involved more than 8,000 persons with disabilities.
Bio
I was born in 1976. I graduated with a degree in law and during an award trip to the United States I found myself inexplicably in the middle of a gun fight. It was 2020 and from that day on my life changed completely. I have always been fond of sailing and in 2003 I started building what became the first accessible catamaran in the world: “Lo Spirito di Stella”. On board this boat I can easily move around on my wheelchair. I have already crossed the ocean three times, giving life to a social project: “WOW – Wheels on Waves”.
I met Enrico because of our shared passion for sailing and we often asked each other. “How is it possible that we can move freely on the sea but in a city we have so many difficulties?” That is how Klaxon was born, in response to our real needs and to those of other people with disabilities.
In 2017 in New York I received from UN President António Guterres the “UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities”, which crossed the ocean together with me until we reach Rome. There I have handed it to Pope Francis.
Accounting & Administration
Magda
I really enjoy music and outdoor activities.
Bio
In Klaxon I take care of accounting and administration. I am always willing to help my colleagues with the German language!
Purchasing & Logistic
Cristian
In Carinthia there are more than 2000 kilometres of cycle paths, I am currently exploring them all!
Bio
I was born in Italy but I live in Austria for sentimental reasons. After the Diploma as Electrical and Electronic Technician, I worked in the field of automation, making mechanical and electrical installations and electronic boards. In Klaxon I am in charge of internal and external logistics, purchasing and supplier relations. Working at Klaxon has motivated me to overcome a really tough obstacle: learning German.
In my free time if I’m not on a bike, I walk miles and miles of trails in the mountains.
Quality & Certifications
Riccardo
Motorbike enthusiast and mechanic at heart.
Bio
I’m a Mechanical Engineer with a proven background in motorbike and electric vehicles with a focus in the management of tests (development and validation), quality and of the certifications of vehicles.
I joined the fantastic and motivated staff at Klaxon, who gave me the opportunity to work in a company where the challenge of a new role is combined with the certainty of doing something really useful for the other people.
ADMINISTRATION
Katia
I always discover something new and beautiful about the surrounding nature.
Bio
From an early age I was used to travelling and changing homes. It is no coincidence if I have chosen to live in Austria. I graduated as an accountant, but finished my studies with a degree in art history. At Klaxon I supervise administration and human resources. To relax and to find ideas, I work in my garden and experiment with dishes made from the herbs that grow there. During my free time I design and create my tapestries.
Marketing & Communication – Customer Care
Raffaello
I am a “techie” and enjoy discovering and experimenting with all sorts of computer ‘wizardry’.
Bio
I was born in 1990. I am very curious and enjoy delving into apparently unconventional topics. I have a degree in “English and Italian Sign Language” but before that I had a small experience in nursing in a rehabilitation context. I met Andrea in 2018 and on board the catamaran “Lo Spirito di Stella” I participated as a volunteer in the project “WOW – Wheels on Waves” in the role of photographer and of communication support. In this exciting experience I got to know the reality of Klaxon. At Klaxon I work with graphics, translations, web development, social media, customer care and photography. I have two hobbies in particular: one is singing (I occasionally perform in Karaoke nights) and the other one is taking photos.
Customer care & Area Manager
Leonardo
I never miss a Rally Race!
Bio
I was born in 1992 and since I was a little boy I have grown up surrounded by motors and sports. From the two wheels of the motorbike to the four wheels of the rally car. I am a Ski instructor at the ski school “Scie di Passione”. Since 2012, I have also been Head Coach for winter sports for the Special Olympics of San Marino.
I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences. I started working at Klaxon right after the foundation and I am now responsible of the Customer Care.
A sportsman from the start, I love the open air and the mountains. In my free time you can find me in the middle of the woods riding my mountain bike or climbing peaks.
R&D
Giovanni
I always look for any opportunity to challenge myself and learn new things.
Bio
I was born in 1997 and I’ve always been passionate about technology of all kinds. Following this passion, I obtained a degree in ICT Engineering in Padua where I had the opportunity to deepen my knowledge of the digital world and get in touch with the different disciplines that make up this field.
During my studies, thanks to my technical background, I had the opportunity to work as a web developer in a marketing agency, here I was able to test my creativity and my problem-solving abilities.
Through my interest for the autonomous driving and computer vision I have discovered and joined Klaxon. There I have developed my thesis and then I was given the opportunity to test myself and work on interesting and innovative projects. I am also passionate about videogames of all kinds and of cars.
R&D Manager
Antonio
I am a big fan of extreme sports.
Bio
I have a technical-mechanical background. I have always had a passion for mechatronic engineering, and in 2020 I set up a company specialised in data acquisition systems for motor sports, and later introduced the design of electronic systems for controlling endothermic engines into my business.
I have always cultivated my interests and indulged my nature as an innovator and researcher. I have successfully experimented and realized my intuitions. For 15 years I was director of research and development for a multinational company.
At Klaxon, I design and develop innovative mobility solutions.
My work consists of imagining, designing and finally realising products with my own hands. Like a deus ex machina I bring things to life!
R&D
Roberto
Albert Einstein once said: ‘Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you have to keep moving”. And Klaxon is the art of moving!
Bio
I was born in Bolzano Italy in 1964 and grew up in the beautiful Verona.
I’m a senior Software Engineer and serial disruptor across multiple sectors spacing from pharmaceutical, telecommunications, document imaging and finally cyber devices.
I hold an MSc in Computer Science in 1997 from the University of Milan, Italy with an experimental thesis on Document Image Hypercompression. Since then I lead teams focused on pattern recognition techniques across multiple domains like image, video, audio and natural language processing. I joined Klaxon to develop a digital twin dimension to wheelchair user to improve the overall user experience in particular in terms of safety & usability.
I’m also a great fan of renewable energy & electric (micro) mobility and a passionate user of monowheel and Tesla cars.
Production
Matteo
Playing the trumpet is my great passion.
Bio
My name is Matteo and I graduated in 2020 at the Conservatory “Jacopo Tomadini” in Udine where I obtained the 2nd level academic diploma in Trumpet. I live my life between work and music.
After a work experience in Italy I met Antonio and the Klaxon company in early 2021. After a short training period I immediately got on well. I am now taking care of the production of the Klicks.
PRODUCTION
Fabiano
Ever since I was a child, I have been a big music fan.
Bio
I live on the border between Italy, Austria and Slovenia. I’ve been working in Klaxon for a few months and I’m in charge of assembling the Klicks. I love music and have been playing several musical instruments since I was a child. My favourite instrument is the diatonic accordion.
Production
Luca
I always discover something new and beautiful about the surrounding nature.
Bio
I was born in 1990 and have always lived in Camporosso in Valcanale.
For many years I worked at the ski lifts in Tarvisio’s ski area ( during the winter seasons) and in the creation of public and private gardens ( during the summer seasons). I am happy to put into practice what I learned during my studies in mechanics here at Klaxon. My passions are family, music and singing. I play the drums in a folk music group.
Area Manager
Matteo
Passionate about travelling and motorcycling, I ride my Harley Davidson through the valleys of Austria and then surf its mountains with my snowboard.
Bio
I was born in 1985. After graduating in Marketing and Business Management I moved to London where I worked as a barman in a typical English pub. Upon my return, I started my experience in the commercial area of a well-known American multinational within the medical sector. After 8 years I joined Klaxon as an area manager, enthusiastically supported by my colleagues! Passionate about travelling and motorcycling, I ride my Harley Davidson through the valleys of Austria and then surf its mountains with my snowboard.
