Film Masterclass with Roman Coppola
The Italian Cultural Institute and the Consulate General in San Francisco hosted an unforgettable Film Masterclass with Roman Coppola, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker whose career has helped shape contemporary cinema across film, music videos, and visual storytelling. In a lively and thought-provoking dialogue with UCLA film professor Pietro Pinto, Coppola opened the doors to his creative […]
Read moreFirst official visit of Consul General Massimo Carnelos to Sacramento and meeting with State Treasurer Fiona Ma
During Consul General Massimo Carnelos’ first official visit to Sacramento, California, he met with California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, reaffirming the strong and enduring partnership between Italy and the State of California. A long-standing friend of Italy, Treasurer Ma has been a consistent supporter of Italian-American relations, particularly in business, technology, and science. The meeting […]
Read moreInternational Holocaust Remembrance Day – January 27, 2026
The Italian Cultural Institute and the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco hosted a poignant screening to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the memory of the Shoah, one of history’s darkest chapters. The documentary “Il Respiro di Shlomo” tells the extraordinary story of Shlomo Venezia, a Greek-Italian Jewish survivor of Auschwitz-Birkenau, where he […]
Read morePower & elegance: Ferrari unveils the new Amalfi in Portland
Few moments capture the spirit of Made in Italy more powerfully than the unveiling of a new Ferrari. That spirit came vividly to life in Portland as Consul General Massimo Carnelos marked his first official diplomatic visit to Oregon by attending the presentation of the new Ferrari Amalfi, hosted by Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo. The […]
Read moreFirst consular mission of Consul General Massimo Carnelos to Oregon
Consul General Massimo Carnelos’ first official visit to Portland, Oregon proved to be a powerful and inspiring introduction to a city distinguished by its vitality across business, science, research, culture, and a remarkably dynamic Italian community. Thanks to the outstanding work of Honorary Consul Vytas Babusis, the mission featured a rich and engaging program that […]
Read moreItaly takes center stage at SPIE Photonics West 2026 with the first Italian National Pavilion
During the 44th edition of SPIE Photonics West in San Francisco, the world’s leading international exhibition dedicated to optics and photonics, the first-ever Italian National Pavilion was inaugurated, marking a significant milestone for Italy’s presence in the high-technology and innovation sectors. The initiative was realized in collaboration with the Italian Trade Agency – Los Angeles […]
Read moreItaly 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 […]
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