Dario Luciano Merlo

Deputy Global Head of Brokerage Services at UniCredit

📍 Greater Milan Metropolitan Area, Italy🔄 Updated September 2026💼 2 investments📅 10 years investing🗓 Last invested May 2019
Operator-angel🌍 Italy
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Board Member
May 2019
"CONNECTED INSIGHT"​ Our mission: “TO DELIVER THE MOST ACCURATE, TIMELY DATA, WHICH BOTH INFORMS AND CONNECTS THE BOND MARKET"​ Who Are We? Neptune Networks Ltd. ("Neptune"​) is a data connectivity network, supplying the highest quality bond pre-trade data (axes and inventory) from the sell-side to the buy-side via FIX workflows. Neptune supplies data that is standardised, real-time and direct from sell-side risk systems, rather than periodic, manual spreadsheets with their high probability of errors and poor timeliness. Neptune is a technology utility that is uniquely governed by a collaboration of banks and investors, with the aim to enhance the buy-side and sell-side relationship dynamic for the benefit of the overall market. Why Neptune? 1. Real-time Real-time, structured and standardised connectivity means reduction of “noise” and inaccurate data. 2. Ease of Connectivity The use of FIX allows for ease of connectivity via OMS/EMS, or via our own GUI. 3. Governance Ability to participate in Neptune’s governance and future evolution via the Buy-Side Advisory Group and buy-side Board representation. 4. Enhance Relationships We exist only to enhance buy-side and sell-side relationships by making enquiries and trading more targeted, reducing information leakage and allowing for more precise best execution. 5. Highest Quality Highest quality, pre-trade bond data available via one-connection, from the leading sell-side market makers in fixed income. For more information, please contact Byron Cooper-Fogarty: Sales@NeptuneFI.com or see our website. Follow us on Twitter: NeptuneFI_LDN
Board Observer
Jul 2016
"CONNECTED INSIGHT"​ Our mission: “TO DELIVER THE MOST ACCURATE, TIMELY DATA, WHICH BOTH INFORMS AND CONNECTS THE BOND MARKET"​ Who Are We? Neptune Networks Ltd. ("Neptune"​) is a data connectivity network, supplying the highest quality bond pre-trade data (axes and inventory) from the sell-side to the buy-side via FIX workflows. Neptune supplies data that is standardised, real-time and direct from sell-side risk systems, rather than periodic, manual spreadsheets with their high probability of errors and poor timeliness. Neptune is a technology utility that is uniquely governed by a collaboration of banks and investors, with the aim to enhance the buy-side and sell-side relationship dynamic for the benefit of the overall market. Why Neptune? 1. Real-time Real-time, structured and standardised connectivity means reduction of “noise” and inaccurate data. 2. Ease of Connectivity The use of FIX allows for ease of connectivity via OMS/EMS, or via our own GUI. 3. Governance Ability to participate in Neptune’s governance and future evolution via the Buy-Side Advisory Group and buy-side Board representation. 4. Enhance Relationships We exist only to enhance buy-side and sell-side relationships by making enquiries and trading more targeted, reducing information leakage and allowing for more precise best execution. 5. Highest Quality Highest quality, pre-trade bond data available via one-connection, from the leading sell-side market makers in fixed income. For more information, please contact Byron Cooper-Fogarty: Sales@NeptuneFI.com or see our website. Follow us on Twitter: NeptuneFI_LDN
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2019
Board Member
May 2019
"CONNECTED INSIGHT"​ Our mission: “TO DELIVER THE MOST ACCURATE, TIMELY DATA, WHICH BOTH INFORMS AND CONNECTS THE BOND MARKET"​ Who Are We? Neptune Networks Ltd. ("Neptune"​) is a data connectivity network, supplying the highest quality bond pre-trade data (axes and inventory) from the sell-side to the buy-side via FIX workflows. Neptune supplies data that is standardised, real-time and direct from sell-side risk systems, rather than periodic, manual spreadsheets with their high probability of errors and poor timeliness. Neptune is a technology utility that is uniquely governed by a collaboration of banks and investors, with the aim to enhance the buy-side and sell-side relationship dynamic for the benefit of the overall market. Why Neptune? 1. Real-time Real-time, structured and standardised connectivity means reduction of “noise” and inaccurate data. 2. Ease of Connectivity The use of FIX allows for ease of connectivity via OMS/EMS, or via our own GUI. 3. Governance Ability to participate in Neptune’s governance and future evolution via the Buy-Side Advisory Group and buy-side Board representation. 4. Enhance Relationships We exist only to enhance buy-side and sell-side relationships by making enquiries and trading more targeted, reducing information leakage and allowing for more precise best execution. 5. Highest Quality Highest quality, pre-trade bond data available via one-connection, from the leading sell-side market makers in fixed income. For more information, please contact Byron Cooper-Fogarty: Sales@NeptuneFI.com or see our website. Follow us on Twitter: NeptuneFI_LDN
2016
Board Observer
Jul 2016
"CONNECTED INSIGHT"​ Our mission: “TO DELIVER THE MOST ACCURATE, TIMELY DATA, WHICH BOTH INFORMS AND CONNECTS THE BOND MARKET"​ Who Are We? Neptune Networks Ltd. ("Neptune"​) is a data connectivity network, supplying the highest quality bond pre-trade data (axes and inventory) from the sell-side to the buy-side via FIX workflows. Neptune supplies data that is standardised, real-time and direct from sell-side risk systems, rather than periodic, manual spreadsheets with their high probability of errors and poor timeliness. Neptune is a technology utility that is uniquely governed by a collaboration of banks and investors, with the aim to enhance the buy-side and sell-side relationship dynamic for the benefit of the overall market. Why Neptune? 1. Real-time Real-time, structured and standardised connectivity means reduction of “noise” and inaccurate data. 2. Ease of Connectivity The use of FIX allows for ease of connectivity via OMS/EMS, or via our own GUI. 3. Governance Ability to participate in Neptune’s governance and future evolution via the Buy-Side Advisory Group and buy-side Board representation. 4. Enhance Relationships We exist only to enhance buy-side and sell-side relationships by making enquiries and trading more targeted, reducing information leakage and allowing for more precise best execution. 5. Highest Quality Highest quality, pre-trade bond data available via one-connection, from the leading sell-side market makers in fixed income. For more information, please contact Byron Cooper-Fogarty: Sales@NeptuneFI.com or see our website. Follow us on Twitter: NeptuneFI_LDN
2011
Associate - Strategic Portfolio Assets
Oct 2011
UniCredit. Empowering Communities to Progress. We are a pan‑European bank operating with one consistent service model across Italy, Germany, Austria and Central & Eastern Europe. We combine strong local roots, specialist capabilities and digital innovation to turn ambitions into tangible outcomes for individuals, businesses and institutions. What we do We provide banking for individuals and companies, corporate & investment banking and advanced payment solutions. Our integrated structure across countries and business lines ensures a simple, efficient and seamless client experience, wherever our customers operate. How we create impact Our Purpose – Empowering Communities to Progress – guides how we make decisions and invest. From financing the real‑economy transition and supporting SME growth to fostering inclusion and opportunity for our people, we measure success through long‑term, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. Why follow us here Discover UniCredit’s contribution to Europe’s economy. Expect insights from our experts, stories from clients and colleagues, product and innovation updates, and initiatives that generate real impact in the communities we serve. Careers Looking for a place to grow and make a difference? Discover diverse career paths, continuous learning opportunities and a culture that puts people, equity and progress at the center.
2008
Students' Union Scienze Politiche
Co-Founder and Treasurer
Jan 2008