Talks Program – The Best of Italian Design 2024

EACH DAY:

  • 4:00PM-6:00PM | BUSINESS NETWORKING IN THE EXPO AREA
  • 6:00PM-7:00PM | THE TALKS
  • 7:00PM-9:00PM | NETWORKING COCKTAIL

Graziano Sbroggiò President, Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast

Hon. Michele Mistò, Consul General of Italy in Miami

Presented by Italian Trade Agency

Carlo Angelo Bocchi, Trade Commissioner, Italian Trade Agency – Miami office

Presented by Federlegno Arredo

Marco Sabetta, General Manager, Salone del Mobile.Milano

Presented by ASID Florida South

A conversation with Ugo Colombo, President, CMC Group

Introduced by Kenneth Crawford, President , ASID Florida South (moderator)

Presented by AIA Miami

A conversation with Sean Saladino, Principal, Saladino Design Studio Paul Bishop, Founder, Bishop Design

Introduced by Angel C. Saqui, President, AIA Miami (moderator)

Presented by Istituto Marangoni Miami

A conversation with Thais Fontenelle, Showroom Director, Minotti Miami Marco Maset, President, Snaidero America – Giorgio Ricci, Executive Vice President, Moroso USA, Thelma Lazo-Flores, Dean of Interior Design, Istituto Marangoni Miami (moderator)

Hakan Baykam, CEO and President, Istituto Marangoni Miami

Presented by IIDA South Florida

A conversation with Mikael Hamaoui, Founder & CEO, Riviera Horizons (Pagani Residences) Samuele Sordi, Chief Architect Officer, Pininfarina of America, Brianna Hunter, President Elect, IIDA South Florida Chapter, NCIDQ, IIDA, RID (moderator)

A conversation with Tommaso Brusò, CEO North America, Eataly, Introduced by Midori Shim, Past President, IIDA South Florida Chapter, NCIDQ, IIDA, RID (moderator)

Presented by IIDA South Florida

Anna Caruso, Principal, Arquitectonica – Dawn Gunter, Managing Director, Gensler, Simi Burg, Associate Principal, HLB, Midori Shim, Past President, IIDA South Florida Chapter, NCIDQ, IIDA, RID (moderator)

EXHIBITORS DIRECTORY

Oro Exhibitors

Barovier&Toso

Barovier&Toso is the most ancient glass company in the world, established in 1295 and still based in Venice Murano, devoted to maintain and innovate the glass tradition with timeless masterpieces (lighting fixtures and decorative objects), unique for design, exquisite manufacture, technology fused with creativity, to inspire true emotions, positive feelings and special atmosphere.

Bruno Zampa

Bruno Zampa finds its origins in 1960 in Verona. Over the years, the company has expanded its portfolio including all type of furniture and furnishing accessories, now offering turnkey solutions, and managing the projects from the concept to the execution. In 2023 Bruno Zampa introduces MONOGRAPHY, a new taste experience.

Eugenio Campo

Eugenio Campos RLS BISA Benefit Corporation specializes in producing custom wine cellars and cigar elements for yachts, private residences, and hospitality settings. They create fully tailored interior projects, with Eugenio Campos overseeing project management, production (made in Italy), assembly, and worldwide post-assembly support.

Minotti Miami

Established in 1948, Minotti is an Italian company with a solid reputation at an international level as an excellent expression of “Made in Italy” in the field of contemporary furniture design and ambassador of a classic-modern lifestyle in the residential and hospitality segments.

Over the years the company has conceived a specific “Minotti code”, that has become a constant feature of every collection, always following the key principle of “innovation in the spirit of continuity”. Deeply rooted in the company’s DNA, it is linked to the principles of aesthetic understatement, timeless elegance, continuity in the sign of tradition, artisan savoir-faire with great attention to sartorial details.

Moroso

Moroso Furniture, an Italian design brand, creates high-end, contemporary furniture with a focus on craftsmanship, bold aesthetics, and innovation. Collaborating with renowned designers, Moroso offers vibrant, sculptural pieces blending art and function. Known for unique shapes and luxurious materials, Moroso captures modern elegance with an avant-garde touch.

Nilma

Nilma Living is an Italian manufacturer of bespoke luxury furniture, leveraging expertise gained from working with top luxury brands and the finest Italian craftsmanship. We offer tailored solutions for the residential market, ensuring high-quality materials, exceptional finishes, and personalized service. Collaborating with international architects and developers, we deliver unique pieces that embody sophistication and attention to detail.

Snaidero America

Snaidero America is a group of experienced and skilled professionals with decades of experience in cabinetry, millwork, and multi-unit projects in the American market. Snaidero America provides turn-key service Nationwide. Design, field measurement, delivery, installation, and after-service. With Snaidero America, you will have a one-stop-shop experience.

Terzani

Terzani combines traditional Italian craftsmanship with innovative design to create luxurious lighting that transforms spaces with an artistic touch. Known for sculptural pieces that blend technology and materials like glass, metal, and crystals, Terzani lights serve as functional art installations. The brand’s unique, hand-crafted fixtures are inspired by nature, fluid shapes, and avant-garde aesthetics, offering a refined sense of style for high-end interiors worldwide.

Imperial Interiors

Imperial Interiors is the premier destination for ultra-luxury, high-end Italian furniture in the heart of Miami. Official distributor of the prestigious brands:

  • Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors: Elegance and sensuality: an evolution of luxury in a powerful mix with a wild and distinctive charm. Iconic prints of the fashion collections are most representative of the brand, expressed through a galaxy of vibrant colors, weaves, and patterns.
  • Etro Home Interiors: Infusing the brand with his aesthetics of poetry and modernity, Creative Director Marco De Vincenzo shapes the Etro Home Interiors collection rethinking the House’s heritage in the now, in which furnishings, accessories, and objects of the Etro world coexist.
  • Gianfranco Ferre’ Home: The unique character of the Gianfranco Ferré Home collections is in continuous evolution and is undergoing a transformation towards a contemporary style. The latest offerings is an expression of international, and metropolitan taste characterized by modern minimalism and signature elements.

Argento Exhibitors

Solari

Solari di Udine S.p.A. is a company primarily operating in the field of public information display systems, with a historic connection to the industrial clockmaking sector. The company gained fame for inventing the split-flap clock and, more broadly, the split-flap display. Solari also specializes in workforce management solutions and access control systems, enhancing efficiency and security across industries.

Cocktail Sponsors

Pininfarina Segno

Pininfarina is a world leading design house established in 1930 in Turin, Italy. Pininfarina has evolved from an artisan company to an international service group, representing the pinnacle of automotive style and a consolidated presence in product and experiential
design. Pininfarina Segno is the result of the collaboration between Pininfarina and Signature Srl, a project that evolved through a shared passion for creative talent, research into innovation, and a real concern for quality craftsmanship and the Made in Italy.

The Best of Italian Design – Art Week Edition – Visitors


WHEN  December 4,5,6 – 2024


WHERE  Istituto Marangoni Miami (3704 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137)


RSVP on Eventbrite: DESIGN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS ONLY

(local industry professionals, architects, interior designers, and real estate developers) 


The Best of Italian Design is a unique event dedicated to celebrating and displaying Italian interior design brands and Made in Italy high-end products.

The event is created for those industry professionals (architects, interior designers, real estate developers) and design lovers interested in discovering high-end Italian interior design companies.

This year, the 5th edition of our signature event, “The Best of Italian Design,” will take place in the heart of the Miami Design District during Art Week Miami, which hosts over 20 international art fairs (including Art Basel and Art Miami), more than 1,200 exhibiting galleries, and tens of thousands of art and interior design lovers from all around the world: a unique opportunity to promote the Italian Design industry.

Within this context, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce will present a 3-day event, including seminars, B2B meetings, workshops, and networking cocktails.

This is a unique opportunity to create business connections with cutting edge Italian design companies, listen to our keynote speakers and network with hundreds of design professionals in attendance.

THE EVENT AT A GLANCE

The 5th edition of The Best of Italian Design includes:


EVENT PROGRAM

4-6 December 2024, every day:

4:00pm-6:00pm | NETWORKING IN THE EXPO AREA including:

  • Business meetings
  • Introduction between exhibitors and design professionals
  • Promotion opportunities to an audience of design lovers

Click here to view the full exhibitors’ directory

6:00pm-7:00pm | TALKS including in the 3 days:

  • Distinguished Keynote Speakers
  • Open discussion with renowned architects, interior designers, and real estate developers
  • Furniture Dealers Round-Table

Click here to view the Talks Program

7:00pm-9:00pm | NETWORKING COCKTAIL including:

  • Second Round of Business Meetings
  • Drinks and bites

Click here to discover the tasting


VISITORS

The Italian design exhibition is open to the public every day from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. (No registration required)

From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this event is exclusively reserved for architects, interior designers, general contractors, and real estate developers. (Please register below).

Limited capacity. Please, make sure to submit your registration form on Eventbrite and select your preferences.

21+ TRADE ONLY EVENT | NO RSVP AT THE DOOR


EXHIBITORS

COCKTAIL SPONSOR

PARTNERS

TECHNICAL SERVICES

For Exhibiting Opportunities please contact: marketing@iacc-miami.com

Watch here the video of the 2023 edition of “The Best of Italian Design” in the Miami Design District

 

Italian Business Community Night- Our Sponsors

Clevertech

Clevertech North America based in Fort Myers, Florida, is a high-added value enterprise which allows the global Clevertech Group to directly support the US, Canadian and Mexican markets. Staff includes professional managers, mechanical, software and electrical technicians, as well as over fifty external technicians. Clevertech North America provides machine sales and systems design, testing, installation and commissioning of systems, after-sales and spare parts support.

CMC Group Miami

CMC Group is a fully integrated real estate development company, focused on luxury residential, commercial, and retail properties, founded in 1986 by visionary developer Ugo Colombo.CMC has redefined luxury residential development and through its use of fine materials and quality construction continues to be recognized as one of South Florida’s premier luxury condominium developer.

Valdo USA

Valdo is a family-owned winery located in Valdobbiadene, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1926, Valdo is one of the most historic and trusted brands specialized in premium Prosecco and Italian sparkling wines, blending tradition with innovation. Passion for quality and strong commitment to sustainability are the key company values driving Valdo into the future.

Barakat & Bossa

Barakat + Bossa is an international firm which has been protecting business and their owners in litigation and arbitration since 2004. The company focus on business matters such as partnership disputes, non-competes, corporate litigation, real estate, breach of contract and financial fraud. In 2020, the firm was renamed Barakat + Bossa after a merger between Brian Barakat & Giacomo Bossa.

Florense

Founded in 1953, Florense is a Brazilian Company with an Italian heritage. At Florense state of the art technology and craftsmanship operate hand in hand to produce furniture of impeccable quality. Florense has mastered industrial fabrication and yet is able to customize each project as if made by an artisanal cabinetmaker. It offers flexibility in dimensions, materials and hundreds of finishes.

Giro d’Italia – Ride Like a Pro

Giro d’Italia – Ride Like a Pro is a premier cycling event and training initiative inspired by the iconic Giro d’Italia race. Their mission is to empower cyclists of all levels to participate in a memorable event, “riding like a pro” and to enhance their skills, fitness, and enjoyment of the sport through immersive experiences and expert guidance.

JAS USA

JAS is a premier “go-to” company for those wishing to move cargo from anywhere in the world to anywhere else in the world. Through the use of advanced tracking technologies, sophisticated global communications, and a large team of experts across a broad spectrum of specialties, JAS is able to cost effectively handle the shipping of everything from tiny camera parts up to the massive components required to build an oil rig.

NDM Racing

NDM Racing is a motorsport communication company. We specialize in the creation and implementation of tailor-made marketing, advertising and branding campaigns for companies who want to establish a presence in the American and Italian markets through the exciting world of car racing.

O Munaciello

O Munaciello is a traditional Neapolitan pizza restaurant that opened in Miami in January 2017. Bringing the essence of Florence to the area, it reinterprets classic Neapolitan dishes using local ingredients and high-quality imports. The pizzas are baked in a custom-made brick oven from Naples, offering a unique culinary experience in South Florida.

Robert Allen Law

Founded in 1993 by Robert N. Allen, Jr., Robert Allen Law is an international boutique law firm located in Miami’s financial district. With over 25 years of legal expertise, the firm specializes in both domestic and international matters, serving a diverse clientele including Fortune 500 companies and foreign investors. Robert Allen Law offers personalized legal services that rival larger firms, ensuring clients receive dedicated attention from a cohesive team of experienced professionals.

Stemal Srl

Founded in Rome in 1992, Stemal specializes in Artist Management, TV Production, Theater, Music, and Advertising. The agency handles events, conventions, social media, and TV commercials, and manages celebrities in entertainment and sports. It also develops new TV formats and collaborates with TV channels, while protecting authors’ rights through SIAE.Additionally, Stemal is an independent record label and music publisher, planning productions and tours for emerging and established artists..

Welcome Cocktail and Dinner Menu

The Italian Business Community Night will be held on the picturesque pool deck, situated on a terrace in the heart of Brickell, surrounded by the unparalleled views of the city lights.

Valdo USA

Valdo is a family-owned winery located in Valdobbiadene, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1926, Valdo is one of the most historic and trusted brands specialized in premium Prosecco and Italian sparkling wines, blending tradition with innovation. Passion for quality and strong commitment to sustainability are the key company values driving Valdo into the future.

Ruffino 1877

Ruffino is a multifaceted business centered on the production of quality Italian wines, whose mission incorporates the key requirements of contemporary agriculture. An established producer of top Tuscan wines with over a hundred years of history, which continues to provide the basis of its popularity, more recently the company extended its vision beyond these historic Tuscan estates with wines that achieve their highest expression in Veneto, whose terrain is especially suited to the production of quality Prosecco and white wines.

Acqua Panna & S. Pellegrino

Acqua Panna is a water that’s worth savoring. Crafted by nature for an unmistakable taste, filtered drop-by-drop through the sun drenched hills of Tuscany since 1654. The balanced and unmistakable taste of Acqua Panna makes it the finest water to savor at the best tables. Acqua Panna is Tuscany captured in a bottle.

“Tastefully Italian” is how San Pellegrino describes itself. Two words to introduce a dimension full of taste: of course, the unmistakable taste of S.Pellegrino, with its gentle bubbles and fine mineral balance. But from a wider perspective, it’s the idea of living life in good taste, seen as the Italian sense of style and quality.

HR Administrative Assistant at Pininfarina

Location: Miami Office – Miami, FL, 33131

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM EST – on-site

Temporary position (8 months max): Maternity Leave Coverage

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in providing high-level support to executives, managers, and staff members within an organization and supporting the HR Department. This position involves assisting with various HR & Admin tasks and functions, including recruitment, employee onboarding and offboarding, record keeping, data management, managing administrative tasks, coordinating schedules, and facilitating smooth operations within the office environment. This position must be present in the Miami office from Monday to Friday from 09:00 am to 06:00 pm EST. The HR Administrative Assistant is responsible for maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administrative Support:

  • Perform general office duties such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, managing correspondence, and maintaining office supplies.
  • Deposit checks at the bank
  • Prepare and edit documents, reports, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Organize and maintain electronic and paper files, records, and databases.
  • Pack and ship letters and/or packages with USPS, FedEx, and/or UPS for the team and ensure they are delivered on the scheduled date.
  • Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

2. Calendar and Travel Management:

  • Coordinate and manage executives’ calendars, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
  • Arrange complex domestic and international travel logistics, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and visas for the executives and the team.
  • Anticipate scheduling conflicts and proactively resolve them to ensure smooth operations and maximize productivity.

3. Meeting and Event Coordination:

  • Coordinate and arrange internal and/or external meetings, conferences, and events.
  • Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and presentations when needed.
  • Ensure necessary equipment, technology, and catering arrangements are in place.
  • Follow up on action items and deadlines to ensure completion.

4. Communication and Liaison:

  • Serve as a liaison between executives, managers, and employees.
  • Maintain professional and positive relationships with internal and external contacts.
  • Draft and distribute internal communications, memos, and announcements as required.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including drafting, editing, and proofreading documents.

5. Project Support:

  • Provide assistance and support on special projects, initiatives, and assignments as assigned.
  • Conduct research, compile data, and create reports or presentations as requested.
  • Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure timely completion.

6. Office Management:

  • Assist in managing the office’s daily operations, including coordinating maintenance and repairs, overseeing office supplies, welcoming clients & vendors, serving coffee/water/tea, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen & work environment.
  • Support the external IT consultant and the team with IT needs.

7. Recruitment Support:

  • Assisting with job posting creation and distribution on various job boards and platforms.
  • Screening and organizing incoming resumes and applications.
  • Scheduling interviews and coordinating interview logistics when requested by the HR Manager.
  • Assisting in background checks and reference verifications.

8. Employee Onboarding and Offboarding:

  • Preparing offer letters, employment contracts, and new hire paperwork when the HR Manager requests.
  • Conducting orientation sessions and assisting new employees with the onboarding process.
  • Coordinating with IT and other departments to ensure new hires have the necessary equipment, access, and resources.
  • Assisting with exit interviews and offboarding procedures.

9. Record Keeping and Data Management:

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personal information, employment history, training, and certifications.
  • Generating HR reports and preparing HR-related documents as needed.
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

10. Benefits and Payroll Administration:

  • Assisting with benefits enrollment and changes.
  • Answering employee inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, and policies.
  • Collaborating with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee information (reimbursement, deductions, etc.)
  • Maintaining records of leaves of absence, vacation, and attendance.

11. Compliance and Policy:

  • Assisting with HR policy development and revisions.
  • Ensuring HR policies and procedures are communicated and implemented effectively.
  • Maintaining knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations.
  • Assisting with compliance reporting and audits.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional HR certifications or courses are a plus.
  • Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably in an HR department.
  • Familiarity with HR processes and procedures.
  • Strong organizational, time management skills, and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proficient in using office software and applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, email, calendar management tools).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States.

The selection process will begin promptly. Interested candidates should send their resume to careerspfa@pininfarina.us and cc info@iacc-miami.com with the subject line “HR Administrative Assistant at Pininfarina”.

Why More Companies Are Putting Lego Bricks in the Office

By Skillme Up

This is the title of an interesting article that appeared in the Wall Street Journal (www.wsj.com/articles/why-more-companies-are-putting-lego-bricks-in-the-office-11661638344) some time ago, explaining why “Executives believe that bringing colorful brick toys helps with creativity, anxiety, and communication.

In recent years, businesses have shifted their approach to employee engagement, team building, and skill development through the use of “Serious Play”. So, after two decades and numerous workshops globally, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® seems to have finally achieved the recognition it deserves in terms of universal acceptance as an innovative and effective methodology.

Although using LEGO® bricks in business may seem unusual, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® fosters strategic thinking, idea generation, and effective communication.

It’s rooted in research showing that hands-on, minds-on learning enhances understanding, aligning with the complex adaptive system view of the world.

Since becoming certified in 2016, we been passionate about this methodology, trying to apply/integrate it in various contexts, including sales, which is my field of expertise, creating modules like “handling objections,” “value selling,” and “customer journey.”

This approach engages salespeople who may find traditional classroom settings uninspiring. Salespeople possess vast knowledge about markets, customers, products, and techniques, but often struggle to apply it effectively. LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® bridges this gap by activating their creativity and problem-solving abilities, unlocking hidden treasures of insight and innovation.

LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® revolutionizes thinking processes, unveiling and reshaping ingrained beliefs and values to create a shared understanding.

It fosters creativity and innovation by providing a non-judgmental space for exploring new ideas. Through hands-on building, individuals visually represent abstract concepts, leading to breakthrough insights.

3D construction enables the simulation of real-world scenarios, clarifying strategies previously obscured. This experiential learning enhances problem-solving skills and confidence.

Beyond its practical benefits, LSP also impacts organizational culture, reinforcing core values and fostering unity. This shared experience leads to a more cohesive workplace culture, driving organizational success in today’s fast-paced business landscape.

IF YOU ARE MATURE ENOUGH TO PLAYjoin Skillmeup on Apr 26th for a free demo at the IACCSE office.

Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 12 participants, so secure your spot now!

In the meantime, if you want to learn more, please get in touch with me at rachele.skillmeup@gmail.com.

Omer USA Inc is looking for a Junior Service Specialist

Job Description

Omer USA Inc is currently seeking a highly organized and motivated Junior Service Specialist to join our team. This individual will play a key role in managing inland transportation, coordinating paperwork, and providing support to both our internal team and our valued customers. With a focus on efficiency and effective communication, the Junior Service Specialist will ensure smooth operations within the service department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inland Transport Management: Oversee the organization and management of inland transportation, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods and services.
  • Paperwork Organization: Handle all necessary paperwork related to service operations, including but not limited to transport documents, service reports, and customer communication.
  • Spare Parts Quotations and Offers: Prepare and provide quotations for spare parts, negotiate prices and terms with clients and keeping contact with main supplier in Italy, and manage the overall spare parts ordering process.
  • Customer Communications: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the service process.
  • Technical Support Coordination: Manage incoming technical support calls, log details, create tickets in the CRM system, and assign tasks and calls to the technical team for resolution.
  • Inventory and Spare Parts Management: Oversee the inventory of spare parts, ensuring availability and timely restocking to meet service needs.
  • Warehouse Coordination: Coordinate with the warehouse team to ensure smooth operations, including the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
  • Travel and Service Call Organization: Plan and organize travel arrangements and service calls for technical staff, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of customer service experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel and Word and CRM System
  • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to change priorities quickly and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • A team player who works well with others.
  • Detail-oriented: Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work, from managing communications to organizing inventory.
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of the time.


About Omer USA Inc.
OMER is the #1 solution in elevation!  OMER provides innovative, safe, and robust designs for light-duty vehicle lifts, heavy-duty vehicle lifts, and parking systems.  Our ALI Certified product portfolio includes one of the largest varieties of HD platform lifts, alignment racks, and scissor-style specialty lifts available in the North American market.

For more details and to apply for this job position, please email your resume to s.poli@omerlift.com  (please make sure to copy info@iacc-miami.com in the same email) 

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