The ATAM team

Carrying the distinctive traits of the Colombo family—a dynamic mind, tireless spirit, and meticulous attention to detail in pursuit of perfection—Umberto leaves a unique mark on everything he does.

Having been exposed to an entrepreneurial environment since childhood, he began working at ATAM as a young man alongside his father and founder Adriano and his brother Stefano. His creativity, combined with his immense passion and determination, helped him support ATAM’s growth by taking on various corporate roles until becoming its President.
Today, he holds top positions in all the family’s enterprises.

Umberto also finds time to dedicate to another of his great passions: the evolution of technology and industrial styling, expressed through his collections of vintage cars, motorcycles, and objects. It’s not uncommon to see him at vintage car and motorcycle gatherings or antique markets.

With over 30 years of experience, including 20 recently celebrated at ATAM, Mara Ripamonti is the driving force behind the company’s administrative, financial, and management control functions. Her rich and diverse career spans the manufacturing and services sectors, as well as working in an accounting firm. This background has equipped her with a flexible and open-minded approach, ideal for tackling the challenges of a dynamic company like ATAM.
Her expertise ranges from overseeing administrative and financial activities to personnel and payroll management, an area she holds particularly dear. At ATAM, she has delved deeper into this aspect, recognizing its importance not only in operational terms but also in creating an environment that values people and their work. Her ability to ensure high standards of efficiency and regulatory compliance, combined with her innate empathy, makes her an indispensable reference point.

As a member of the Board of Directors, she actively contributes to defining corporate strategies with her integrated vision, thorough economic analysis, and solid decision-making skills.
What sets her apart is her contagious enthusiasm and positive approach, which remain unchanged even after two decades. She feels honored to work in a people-centric company where human values intertwine with innovation and the expertise of her colleagues.
A lover of good food, Mara enjoys experimenting with new dishes to share with her large family and friends. She relaxes by walking, reading, or exploring new places, combining curiosity and a thirst for discovery at every opportunity.

From the start of his career in energy-sector design, Umberto has worked with fuels.
At prestigious multinational companies, he initially designed fuel dispensers and gas meters before moving on to combustion systems for a variety of applications.
He worked on major and diverse projects worldwide in potentially explosive environments (ATEX), requiring thorough contextual analysis and a pragmatic, efficient approach.

His experience in manufacturing-focused multinationals allowed him to transform ideas into tangible products. This is what motivates him most: seeing the results of his work come to life. When company policies gradually stifled this creative drive, he decided to change direction and joined ATAM in 2017.
In a smaller, more agile, and flexible environment, Umberto rediscovered the joy of seeing ideas take tangible form, with immediate impact on production.
He understands that every product, no matter how simple, contains hidden complexities that should never be underestimated. This insight drives the attention to detail and precision that characterize his work. As Technical Director at ATAM, he is distinguished by his focus on process optimization, his quick operational and strategic thinking, and his ability to anticipate needs.
He believes in the importance of passing on experience to younger generations, ensuring that the operational details and valuable trade secrets of the profession are preserved as unique resources for any manufacturing company.

Outside the workplace, Umberto devotes his time to his family, which he considers a fundamental value. He loves spending days at the beach with his loved ones, swimming to recharge his energy.

Antonio Cantoni’s journey with ATAM began in March 2016, but his connection to the company goes back over 30 years. Before joining the team, he gained extensive experience in both technical and commercial roles, making him a highly versatile and multifaceted professional. Antonio has worked in the fields of solenoid valves and industrial connectors with industry leaders.
After a period spent in the renewable energy sector with significant operational responsibilities, he accepted the proposal to join ATAM.

The continuous product evolution, the endless applicability of the components, and the company’s focus on special projects were aspects that fascinated him from the start and that he enjoys conveying to clients.
For Antonio, ATAM’s strength lies in its structure: a lean, human-scale organization managed with rigorous procedures that make work easier and support the sales team. “It’s a pleasure to sell for ATAM,” he says, because the quality of its components and production processes minimizes issues, turning sales into genuine collaboration with clients.
He believes that, in ATAM, everyone can make a significant impact on the company’s progress. Objectives are well-defined and shared through ongoing discussions among team members.
With his dynamic and energetic personality, active listening skills, and clear communication, Antonio naturally builds authentic relationships with clients, who value his pragmatic and reliable approach.

He firmly believes in the power of relationships and transparency, which make him a trustworthy and objective partner for ATAM’s clients. A sportsman at heart, Antonio brings the same determination to his work, driving ATAM toward new markets with enthusiasm. He is a passionate advocate of the company’s highly customizable coils and the vast opportunities offered by the industrial connector sector.

Marco’s career began as a maintenance technician at a company specializing in electrical insulation, where he developed strong technical expertise and problem-solving skills that have stayed with him throughout his life. He later moved into the elevator industry, working in a cutting-edge environment with certifications, which provided him the opportunity to attend his first courses on safety management—a theme that would become central to his professional path.
After gaining experience at a company producing stamped components for the electrical sector, Marco had his first encounter with ATAM. In 1999, he assumed the role of Quality Manager, deepening his knowledge in the electromechanical field.

His curiosity and desire to challenge himself led him to a new adventure outside ATAM, managing Quality, Safety, and Environmental Systems at a leading company in heating and cooling. Despite this new direction, Marco maintained a strong connection with ATAM, built on mutual respect and trust.
This connection brought him back to ATAM in 2014, where he became the company’s key reference for managing Quality, Safety, and Environmental processes. Balancing innovation with reliability, Marco’s goal is to continually improve processes, believing that true change arises from collaboration and a collective willingness to grow.

His ability to interact respectfully and effectively across all levels of the organization, working collaboratively to support colleagues, reflects his understanding of Quality: not just as a technical matter, but as a guiding value that drives daily activities and creates a positive, lasting impact.
Outside the office, Marco’s dedication to continuous improvement is evident in his passion for home improvement projects, where he enthusiastically applies his skills to ambitious DIY tasks.