A microbiology expert and passionate advocate for mycorrhiza, she has led a transformation in the agricultural sector — giving back to the earth its natural abundance, with a clear vision of a regenerative and sustainable future.
VERONICA CIRINO is a visionary leader in sustainable agriculture and biotechnology. As CEO and founder of Atens, she has driven innovation in plant biostimulation, protection and nutrition, positioning the company as a benchmark in sustainable agricultural solutions.
Since 2008, she has led the transformation of Atens, taking it from a moment of crisis to becoming an industry success story. Her strategic approach is based on planning, innovation and team leadership, with a strong commitment to ethics and environmental sustainability.
She holds a PMD from ESADE Business School and a degree in Biology from the University of Milan. She also advises on public policies related to sustainability and food security.
Her vision is to revolutionize agriculture by promoting sustainable practices that ensure global food security, abundance, and quality.
Veronica Cirino was born in Brazil, in an environment where nature itself teaches the value of balance and adaptation. From an early age, she showed unbreakable determination — a fierce will to grow and overcome limits.
Driven by the dream of forging her own path, she emigrated to Italy as a young woman. Far from home, she faced challenges that shaped her character: working to finance her studies and living expenses was not just a necessity, but a test of resilience. Every obstacle became an opportunity to grow, developing the discipline and strength that would define her career.
She graduated in Biology at the University of Milan, a field that deepened her connection with nature and her commitment to regenerating life.
But her journey didn’t stop there. In 2008, she took on an even greater challenge: leading and rebuilding Atens, a biotechnology company facing a critical moment. As in her personal story, Veronica saw in crisis the seed of rebirth. With vision and strategy, she turned the company into a global benchmark for sustainable agricultural solutions based on biostimulation, nutrition, and plant protection.
Her leadership goes beyond scientific innovation; it’s rooted in ethics, responsibility and regeneration in every sense. Veronica doesn’t just transform agriculture — she inspires a new way of understanding business: one where respect for the land, people and the future are at the center.
Today, her vision is clear: to promote sustainable practices that ensure food security, abundance and quality of life for future generations. Her story is a testament to the fact that regeneration is possible — personally, environmentally, and in business. Veronica Cirino has not only overcome challenges; she has turned each of them into the seed of a more sustainable future.
Her story is proof that regeneration is possible — personal, environmental and entrepreneurial.
VERONICA CIRINO has turned every challenge into the seed of a more sustainable future.
Veronica has turned environmental regeneration into a life philosophy, proving that it is possible to align sustainability with human progress. Her work goes beyond conservation: she seeks to inspire other leaders to adopt a regenerative approach that aligns science, ethics and action toward a clear purpose — ensuring a prosperous and balanced future for all.
Through innovative agricultural models, her mission is to shift the perception of scarcity caused by environmental degradation into a tangible vision of sustainable abundance. Her work isn’t only about restoring ecosystems — it’s about empowering communities and creating economic opportunities rooted in respect for the land and its resources.
More than an environmental strategy, her work is a call to deep transformation, where passion, responsibility and collective action generate tangible, lasting change.
Veronica elevates regeneration to a fundamental principle of life, integrating science, ethics and sustainability to build a more prosperous, balanced and abundant world for present and future generations.
“I met Veronica years ago as a neighbor, but over time I’ve discovered a great professional — rigorous and effective. Her work at Atens has been low-profile but tremendously impactful, consolidating the company and building a sustainable and prestigious business with an R&D area that promises an extraordinary future. I’m proud to call her a friend and to have supported her whenever needed.”
“Veronica Cirino impresses with her unique combination of scientific rigor and entrepreneurial spirit. Her passion for science and nature, together with her strategic vision at Atens, has achieved something fundamental and inspiring: proving that conventional agriculture can be profitable, sustainable, and environmentally respectful.”
“Veronica Cirino is an outstanding professional, always ready to discuss new scientific discoveries and translate academic knowledge into biotechnological applications.”
“Veronica is exceptional in every way. A highly capable and dedicated CEO with visionary leadership and an empathetic approach. I have the utmost personal and professional respect for her.”
“Veronica has successfully promoted the commercial use of beneficial microorganisms in agriculture with outstanding professionalism.”
“Veronica has great capacity for work — she is brave and determined. We thank her for trusting IRTA for so many years.”