Roberto Bonzio
in conversation with
Silvia Veronese

This conversation explores how perceptions of the U.S. have evolved, from its role as a land of opportunity to its cultural influence and leadership on the global stage. We’ll discuss the impact of media, historical parallels, and the transatlantic relationship, uncovering both admiration and skepticism in the Italian perspective."

The conversation will be paired  with an evening of great food & wine.

*** ABOUT THE SPEAKERS ***

After a career in the newsroom (Forbes, Reuters, Il Giorno), he said goodbye to a salary and a permanent position (Reuters international agency) to tell the story of Italian talent live and online, starting from the bridge between Italy and Silicon Valley, where he lived for a long time with his family.

With over 250 storytelling sessions, training seminars and shows throughout Italy and abroad, a book, twenty-two inspirational trips to meet talented compatriots in and around San Francisco for professionals from all sectors, a podcast, his project "Italiani di Frontiera" has given life to an international community of innovators. Betting on the strength of stories from yesterday and today to inspire those who design tomorrow.

SILVIA VERONESE

Vice President and Board Member of iTAL Foundation.

Silvia Veronese is a mathematician, entrepreneur, and innovator bridging Silicon Valley and academia. Founder of TheHumanData.org, she works in AI and bioengineering, focusing on the ethical protection of biological data. Author of La Valle del Silicio, Italian Minds in the Land of Innovation, she combines science and business, offering a critical perspective on the evolving image of the United States.

AGENDA

5:30pm: Appetizers and networking

6:30pm: Fireside chat

7:30pm: Dinner and dessert

8:30pm: close