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August 3, 2025

J-1 Journeys: Sara Cupi, Mercato Italiano (Naples, Florida)

Name/age – Sara Cupi – 32 Hometown – Desenzano Del Garda Italy How long have you been in the United States training with host company name/ nature of program– I have been in the United States with Mercato Italiano as a J1 Trainee for about 1 year. Experience working with IACC – My program specialist […]

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February 25, 2022

Q+A with Alessi Inc. CEO Emanuele Gaeti

In a few words, tell us about your company – who is Alessi?  Alessi is simply design! Established in 1921 by Giovanni Alessi in Northern Italy on Lake Orta, within the famous metal craftsmanship district, we are still a family run company today currently celebrating their 100Year Anniversary. Founded as a metals workshop, Alessi evolved to become […]

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February 8, 2022

WEBINAR: How SBA Programs and Services can Help Your Start, Grow and Succeed – February 23rd

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced the latest strategies to safeguard your business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics discussed will include: SBA’s Lender Match; Readiness is All;  Financing Programs including Loans: 7(a), 504, Microloan, International Trade Loans, Surety Bonds, Grants for R&D; Investment Capital, Disaster Assistance and Grants;  Business Education/One-on-One Counseling through SCORE, SBDC […]

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September 26, 2021

Bono Unveils Branding Makeover by Local Female Artist

New Look Plays up the Olive Oil Leader’s Sicilian Roots with a Playful Storytelling Twist FAIRFIELD, NJ – July XX, 2021 – As part of its expansion to new markets and new products, Bono, the award-winning producer of extra virgin olive oil and house purveyor to the James Beard Foundation, is unveiling a modern new […]

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April 7, 2021

J-1 Visa (BridgeUSA) UPDATE

Presidential Proclamation 10052, which temporarily suspended visa issuance to nonimmigrants seeking to enter the United States to participate in certain categories of BridgeUSA programs, expired on March 31, 2021.  Despite elimination of the suspension, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact visa operations worldwide. As geographic-specific conditions improve, embassies and consulates will provide visa services as resources allow […]

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March 17, 2021

Winning the New “Semi-Normal” – Week 3

Join Bryan Gildenberg, SVP of Commerce for Omnicom Retail Group, for “Winning the New Semi-Normal,” the third in our five-webinar International Specialty Food Summit series. A well-known expert in global retail, Bryan is responsible for working to enhance and develop the strategic and eCommerce/digital capabilities of Omnicom’s key agencies and will offer practical insights and […]

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March 9, 2021

Insights from the Inside: How the Foodservice Industry is Adapting – Week 2

Stay at home orders and the ongoing effects of COVID-19 have wreaked havoc on all facets of the food industry, impacting food service providers most acutely. On March 10, during the second week of our International Specialty Food Summit, we will hear from a panel of food service professionals who will share firsthand experiences, strategies […]

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March 4, 2021

True Italian Taste: Master Class “Boot” Camp Upcoming Event

On March 23, we are excited to broadcast our fourth True Italian Taste Master Class “Boot” Camp session. Join us on a virtual culinary tour of Italy’s Tuscany region during our Master Class “Boot” Camp tasting session. Participants will embark on a journey of discovery of Tuscany’s PDO and PGI products and will delve into the characteristics […]

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March 1, 2021

Impact of the Pandemic on International and Specialty Foods – Week 1

The first installment of our five-session International Specialty Food Summit will take place on Wednesday, March 3 at 12 PM EST. Join our expert panel for a discussion of the “Impact of the Pandemic on International and Specialty Foods.” Alice Mintz (SPINS) will cover consumer buying habits and changes brought on by the pandemic that may be here to stay. Tom, (Atalanta […]

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February 25, 2021

International Speciality Food Summit Coming Soon!

The IACC is pleased to announce that its 3rd annual International Specialty Food Summit (ISFS) will take place over the course of five weeks during the month of March. Organized in collaboration with the Academy of Food Marketing at Saint Joseph’s University, the ISFS is an exclusive forum for food industry executives to explore emerging and future trends, merchandising techniques, […]

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