Italy on the Move 2026: showcasing the Italian life sciences ecosystem in the Silicon Valley
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco together with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT), and leading Italian Life Sciences associations, presented the 9th edition of “Italy on the Move”, a flagship event dedicated to fostering collaboration […]
Read moreINNOVIT CONCLUDES ITS PROGRAM DEDICATED FOR THE “CLEANTECH, AGRIFOOD TECH, BLUE ECONOMY” COHORT
Last week, INNOVIT launched its newest ClimateTech cohort, welcoming 16 Italian scaleups advancing innovative solutions to global climate and sustainability challenges. The cohort highlighted both the depth of Italian entrepreneurship and the diversity of ClimateTech innovation, spanning clean energy, circular materials, smart mobility, food safety, and citizen-driven renewable energy initiatives. The program began with welcome […]
Read moreItalian National Space Day 2025 – Event on “Technologies and solutions for space applications of the Italian microelectronics industry”
To mark Italy’s National Space Day, the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco hosted the event “Technologies and solutions for space applications of the Italian microelectronics industry,” bringing together leaders from industry, academia, and research to highlight Italy’s contributions to space innovation. The evening opened with remarks by Consul General Massimo Carnelos, followed by […]
Read moreBAIA’s annual Christmas celebration at the Consulate General
On December 8th, the Consulate General hosted the annual holiday gathering organized by BAIA (Business Association Italy America). BAIA is an association founded by and for professionals and entrepreneurs working between Italy and the United States, with a presence in San Francisco and the Silicon Valley. The evening began with remarks from Consul General Massimo […]
Read moreWeek of Italian Cuisine in the World (SCIM) – Tenth Edition
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco is pleased to announce the tenth edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World (SCIM). This year’s theme — “Italian cuisine between health, culture, and innovation” — celebrates an important milestone and reflects the richness and modernity of Italian gastronomy. On the occasion of its […]
Read moreAlaska Airlines announces new Seattle-Rome direct flight during Consul General’s visit to the Pacific Northwest
Consul General Massimo Carnelos carried out his second visit to Seattle as part of his first tour of the Pacific Northwest, a region of growing importance for Italian economic and cultural cooperation. During the visit, the Consul General met with Ben Minicucci, Chief Executive Officer of Alaska Airlines, to discuss areas of shared interest ahead […]
Read moreThe Consulate General and INNOVIT host Italgas CEO Paolo Gallo to discuss “Navigating the Energy Labyrinth”
The Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco, in collaboration with INNOVIT, the Italian Innovation and Culture Hub, was honored to welcome Paolo Gallo, Chief Executive Officer of Italgas, on the occasion of the launch of his latest book, “Out of the Maze. Innovation, Technology and Prejudice on Energy Transition“. The event featured a compelling […]
Read moreINNOVIT concludes two dedicated programs for the “Hardware/Robotics/Smart Manufacturing/IoT” and “CDP Value Creation” cohorts
The Italian Innovation and Culture Hub INNOVIT successfully concluded two specialized innovation programs dedicated to some of Italy’s most promising start-ups and scale-ups in robotics, hardware, IoT, and smart manufacturing. The initiative marked a new milestone for the INNOVIT Hub, hosting two of its most technically advanced cohorts to date. In parallel with the INNOVIT […]
Read moreSLIM 2025: Italian across the network
As part of the 2025 edition of the Week of the Italian Language in the World, the network of state-recognized Italian schools abroad has launched a significant initiative that brought together 24 schools from across the globe. Thanks to the coordination of Mina Nazih, Head of the Don Bosco Institute in Alexandria, Egypt, the schools produced an […]
Read more157th Italian Heritage Parade in San Francisco
The San Francisco community joined together to celebrate 157th annual Italian Heritage Parade, the city’s oldest civic event and a cherished tradition honoring Italian culture and contributions to the Bay Area. From Fisherman’s Wharf to North Beach, the streets bustled with the sights and sounds of vintage Italian convertibles, marching bands, and vibrant floats. Among […]
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