The Premio Venezia is a prestigious prize which recognizes annually outstanding Canadian businesses, people and institutions that maintain or develop working or business relations with Italy.
2021 Jury
Presided by Paul E. Legault, partner at Miller Thomson, the 2021 Premio Venezia Jury includes: Rosetta Iacono, Director, Growth and Development at the Port of Montreal; Anthony Marinelli, Partner at BDO; Mark Anthony Serri, Managing Director, RBC Mid-Market M&A, RBC Royal Bank; and Vito Piazza, Global Chief Executive Officer, Sid Lee.
2021 Recipients
2021 Grand Ambassador: Dr. Francesco Bellini
Infrastructure: NouvLR & Rizzani De Eccher
Investment in Canada: Labomar
Investment in Italy : Xebec Adsorption
Scientific Academic : Joint International Research Unit – Université Laval & Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR)
Award Ceremony
The ICCC celebrated the 2021 recipients of the 16th edition of Premio Venezia awards November 30th, 2021 during a special award ceremony at the Fairmont Le Reine Elizabeth, in front of 230 distinguished guests from the business, academic and research communities.
Mrs. Sherine Morsi, Vice President Business Financial Services Montreal East Region at RBC Royal Bank was the Honorary Chair of this evening. The 2021 recipients of the Premio Venezia distinguished themselves in their respective fields and demonstrated a remarkable spirit of innovation and expertise. Through their accomplishments, they have contributed in showcasing the excellences and the complementarity of Canada and Italy, beyond the borders of the two countries.
The Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada extends a heartfelt thanks to its sponsors, whose continuous support and generous participation strongly contribute to raising the profile of this unique event: the official presenter, RBC Royal Bank; Consorzio di tutela della Denominazione di Origine Controllata Prosecco, Delmar Chemicals, Miller Thomson, Air Canada, Alfagomma, BDO, Blakes, Favuzzi, Mecaer America Inc., MuraFlex, MSC, Port de Montréal, Sid Lee, and Deci.
Congratulations to the 2021 winners!
Premio Venezia categories:
Categories
Investment
An individual or a firm who invested in an Italian company or a Canadian company, with the objective to penetrate a new market (EU or NAFTA), to complete its products/services portfolio, to access new, value-added technologies, etc.
Industrial
A company who contributes to the promotion of the Made in Italy or Made in Canada know-how and expertise in the industrial sector, and considers it a value-added for the success of the company (e.g. Italian equipment in a Canadian plant and vice versa).
Commercial
An individual or company who promotes Made
in Italy or Made in Canada in terms of innovation,
creativity, quality, and design (consumer goods,
fashion, design, etc.)
Made in Italy
A company who promotes the quality and authenticity of Made in Italy products and relies on this notoriety for its success.
Academic Collaborations
Universities and academic institutions which collaborate on projects with Italian partners (sharing knowledge, personnel, summer schools, etc.)
Scientific Collaborations
Universities, laboratories and research centers which collaborate on research projects and technological development projects with Italian partners (sharing of know-how, equipment, personnel, technologies, etc.)
Grand Ambassador
Influential person recognized for creating economic value and enhancing business relations between Canada and Italy, throughout his/her career.
Italian Heritage
An accomplished individual or family of Italian descent that has contributed significantly to the economic development of Québec and/or Canada.
Young Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur, under 40 years-old, who has distinguished himself in his field while promoting Made in Italy or Made in Canada products/services/expertise/innovation.
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