About Us

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Our Team

THE ALCHEMY TEAM

The true heart of ALCHEMY DMC is our team. A group of passionate professionals who genuinely love the destinations we represent and the work we do.

Curious, resourceful and deeply connected to the places we call home, our team brings together local insight, creativity and strong operational expertise to design experiences that feel seamless, authentic and thoughtfully crafted.

We believe in the power of travel. That is why every project we take on is approached with care, enthusiasm and attention to detail, always aiming to stand out.

Led by our founder Sergio, whose passion for hospitality and exploration shaped the spirit of the company, we have built a team that shares the same mindset: to keep discovering, learning and raising the bar for what we deliver.

Proud of where we come from and excited about what lies ahead, we are always ready to share the very best of our region with our partners and their travelers.

Sergio Pizzagalli

CEO & Founder

Sebastian Caldano

Back Office Manager
Associate Director

Veronica Deges

MICE & Groups Manager

Melina Russo

Business Development Manager

Mayra De Luca

Account Manager

Romina Berro

Leisure Manager

Georgina Garuti

Head of Leisure Groups & Series

Gonzalo Orso

Administration Supervisor

Valeria Berwick

MICE & Groups Department

Ma. Florencia Cendra

MICE & Groups Department

Bettina Herzfeld

MICE & Groups Department

Micaela Kiyan

Head of Operations
MICE & Groups Department

Irina Benatti

Operations MICE

Camila Martinez

Bespoke Accounts Operations
Lead & Consultant

Melany Rey

Bespoke Accounts Operations

Mariel Pagella

High-End Travel Senior Consultant

Santiago Acosta

High-End Travel Consultant

Victoria Galdeman

Leisure Travel Consultant

Ariana Pugliese

Leisure Travel Consultant

Victoria Grondona

Leisure Travel Consultant

Brenda Mariani

Leisure Travel Consultant

Lucia Ruiz Diaz

Operations Supervisor Leisure Groups & Series

Trinidad Garavello

Operations Leisure Groups & Series

Barbara Fontanella

Operations Leisure Groups & Series

Maria Sol Fernandez

Operations Leisure Groups & Series

Camila Ledesma

Operations Leisure Groups & Series

Trinidad Garavello

Operations Leisure Groups & Series

Marisol Colaleo

Operations Supervisor

Gianluca Juliano

Operations Department

Julieta Macias

Operations Department

Alejandra Melgarejo

Administration Department

Valeria Ignacio

Administration Department

Federico Madeo

Administration Department

Erica Schafer

Human Resources

Oriana Rodríguez

Administration Department

Milena Taffetani

Office Manager

Pablo Acosta

Administration Department

Estanislao Lamanna

Graphic Department Supervisor

Myriam Fernandez

Graphic Department

Milena Taffetani

Office Manager

Esteban Ratti

Freelance Designer

Romina Duque

Freelance Designer

Victoria Sanchez Sorondo

Head of Product Department

Gabriela Monteros

Product Department

Francois Carrere

CEO

Paz Echeverria

Chile Country Manager

Jose Bordones

Deputy Manager

Liane Duarte

Chile Sales Director

Camila Arancibia

Head of Operations

Alexander Zahn

Head of MICE

Monica Yzasiga

Leisure Travel Consultant

Victoria Reyes

Groups & Series Travel Consultant

Belen Aravena

Product Executive

Paz Ortega

Operations Department

Isabelle Rolet

Operations Department

Catalina Anabalon

Operations Department

Matias Blake

Customer Service

Demy Cordova

Leisure Travel Consultant

Javiera Barahona

Leisure Travel Consultant

Fernanda Urbina

Leisure Travel Consultant

Marcelo Garcia

Leisure Travel Consultant

Lorena Vargas

MICE Executive

Sofia Jimenez

MICE Executive

Soledad Montaiuti

ALCHEMY M&E
Associate Director

Rita Testa

Groups & Events Manager EUROPE

Joaquin Lopez Blanco

Groups & Events Manager LATAM

Ximena Magnol

Groups & Events Manager

Yulia Romero

Consultor Senior

Olivia Yasky

Consultor Junior

Sergio Pizzagalli

Founder & Managing Director

Sergio is a passionate world traveler, fly fishing lover, soccer devotee, a gourmet and a natural- born explorer. He seeks out the most special and challenging experiences that lead him to discover new remote areas in Argentina and around the world, such as fishing in the deepest Bolivian jungle or spending time in North Korea – he may even be one of the only Argentines to have set foot in this closed country!

Sergio majored in Hotel Management and Economics at Universidad de Buenos Aires (University of Buenos Aires) and embarked on his career in the hospitality industry at top hotels, such as the Four Seasons Buenos Aires. He spent many years travelling, learning and working in the travel industry, living in Norway, Ireland and Spain, before settling in Argentina. Back in his hometown of Buenos Aires, Sergio founded ALCHEMY DMC Argentina, together with his best friend Tomas, almost 20 years ago, growing into a renowned DMC company, developing unique travel and event concepts.

At present, he is CEO of ALCHEMY Group of Companies, focused on the hospitality industry, including a transportation company, fly fishing operations and awarded restaurants at the Michelin guide.

Sebastian Caldano

Back Office Manager

With a degree in Business Administration, Sebastian brings a strategic and organized approach to the team. Outside of the office, he is a passionate fan of soccer and rugby and thrives in the outdoors. He is particularly fond of trekking and immersing himself in nature.

Verónica Deges

MICE & Groups Manager

Veronica specializes in designing and operating challenging, out-of-the-box luxury programs, with a strong focus on incentive travel and meetings.

Passionate about uncovering hidden corners of her home country, Argentina, she is always drawn to experiences that go beyond the expected. When she is not working, you will likely find her hiking or riding on motorcycle in search of remote, off-the-beaten-path adventures, while also exploring the local culture of each region and connecting with its people.

Melina Russo

Business Developement Manager

Melina, known as Meme, specializes in building strong partnerships with travel advisors worldwide. She focuses on opening doors with new clients while strengthening long-term relationships with existing ones, and supports special projects from a commercial perspective.

Born and raised in Buenos Aires, her adventurous spirit led her to the hills of Córdoba, where she now lives surrounded by nature.

She enjoys frequent trips back to the city to spend time with the team, and loves travelling to promote Argentina and Chile, always carrying the Alchemist spirit with her.

Mayra de Luca

Account Manager

Mayra is passionate about travel, discovering hidden gems, and connecting with local cultures in an authentic way. She loves experiences that combine adventure, nature, and responsible tourism, and the Northwest of Argentina is one of her favorite places for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. She currently works at ALCHEMY as Head of Bespoke Accounts.

Romina Berro

Leisure Manager

Romina leads the Leisure Department and has been part of the team for many years. She has a particular affinity for mountain destinations, where she feels most connected to nature.

When she travels, she enjoys combining well-organized days with moments left open to chance, allowing her to discover places in a more intuitive and personal way.

Georgina Garuti

Head of Leisure Groups & Series

Georgina Garuti is Head of Leisure Groups & Series at ALCHEMY DMC. She specializes in designing and operating multi-day group itineraries across Argentina & Chile, with a focus on crafting seamless, high-quality programs that balance operational precision with distinctive, on-the-ground experiences.

She enjoys spending time in nature—especially in warm, vibrant settings—and is a true fan of summer, sunshine, and destinations rich in vegetation and water. She is drawn to exploring lush landscapes, discovering remote corners, and experiencing destinations through their local gastronomy and wine. She is especially inspired by places like Iguazú Falls and Mendoza, where nature, culture, and sensory experiences come together.

Gonzalo Orso

Administration Supervisor

Gonzalo has worked in tourism since 2003. He has a degree in international trade, but with strong knowledge in administration and accounting.  The industry generated his passion for traveling and discovering new adventures. He is passionate about soccer and snow sports.