Last October 18, the IACCSE hosted in Miami its annual “Italian Business Community Night”.
This premier brought together 230 guests among entrepreneurs and executives to explore the economic impact of major sporting events on Italy-U.S. relations and Miami’s development. Miami’s thriving Italian community of over 35,000 residents reflects the city’s growing international importance as well as Italian entrepreneurship’s increasing significance in the region.
We had the incredible privilege to have as keynote speaker Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, who shared insights on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first to span three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Infantino highlighted the World Cup’s projected $10 billion GDP boost in the U.S. and its potential to create 10,000 jobs only in Miami, one of the host cities with seven matches planned.
The evening featured additional presentations by Hon. Silvia Marrara, head of the Sports Diplomacy Office at Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Nicolò Zini, Vice President of the Miami Host Committee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both emphasized how large sporting events drive economic growth. Marrara detailed Italy’s international event strategy, which includes global platforms like the Giro d’Italia and the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
The evening was also the opportunity to recognize four members for their longstanding membership with the Chamber: Beghelli USA, Robert Allen Law, Chamber of Commerce of Genoa and Prime Line Distributors.
The IACCSE would like to acknowledge the companies who made this spectacular event possible:
First of all MDM Hotel Group for their invaluable support and their amazing culinary partnership with Massimo Bottura’s restaurant Torno Subito.
Gold Sponsors: VALDO Spumanti, CMC Group, Clevertech North America
Silver Sponsors: Barakat + Bossa, Florense USA, Giro d’Italia Ride Like a Pro-USA, JAS Worldwide, NDM Racing, O Munaciello USA, Robert Allen Law and Stemal Srl
We would also like to extend our gratitude to the Consulate General of Italy, Ruffino 1877, Acqua Panna- San Pellegrino for their precious collaboration.
A special thank you goes out to all the members who donated products for our successful silent auction.
Finally thank you to all the attendees for their enthusiasm and support. We look forward to seeing you at the next edition of the Italian Business Community Night on October 24, 2025.
