Founder and Managing Director of Federal Café & Bar, an award winning brunch and coffee brand inspired by the café culture of Melbourne. Since opening the first Federal in Manchester’s Northern Quarter in 2014, Claudio has grown the business into one of the UK’s most recognised brunch destinations, known for its outstanding hospitality, vibrant atmosphere, and consistently high quality coffee and food.

Under Claudio’s leadership, Federal has expanded to multiple locations across Manchester, serving hundreds of thousands of coffees and brunch dishes each year while building a strong community of loyal customers. The brand has received national recognition for its service and hospitality and continues to grow with new sites and concepts in development.

Claudio is passionate about hospitality culture, team development, and creating businesses that genuinely make people’s days better. His approach blends operational discipline with a strong focus on experience, ensuring every guest leaves feeling brighter than when they arrived.