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Luxury Summit 2025
Save the Date – 20 November, and join us for our annual Luxury Summit, an exploration of the latest trends shaping the luxury retail market. The event brings together 150 professionals for interactive panels, insights on consumer behavior, and strategies from the brands defining success in this dynamic sector. Interested in sponsoring the event and […]
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America Buys Italian 2025
From September 28-October 3, the IACC brought a delegation of grocery category buyers to Peschiera del Garda, Italy for the fourth edition of “America Buys Italian,” a B2B summit connecting local Italian food and beverage producers with decision makers and purchasing managers from five major independent U.S. grocery chains. Italian suppliers had the opportunity to […]
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Italian Design Exports Unaffected by Latest U.S. Tariff Hikes
On September 29, 2025, the President of the United States issued a Presidential Proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, introducing new tariffs on timber, lumber, and related products. The measures affect several categories, including upholstered wooden furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities. Starting October 14, 2025, imports of certain upholstered wooden products, as […]
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Francesco Farina Appointed President of the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the election of Francesco Farina, CEO of B&B Italia USA, as its new President. With over 20 years of international business experience — including leading Scavolini’s expansion across the Americas — Francesco continues to champion Italian excellence through high-profile projects and strategic partnerships. He succeeds Alberto […]
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America Buys Italian 2025
U.S.-based grocery retail buyers and Italian food and beverage producers are invited to join us in Peschiera del Garda, Italy, from September 28 to October 3, 2025, for the fourth edition of “America Buys Italian”—a premier B2B summit designed to foster direct connections between top U.S. grocery chain buyers and leading Italian food and beverage […]
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2025 Annual Meeting and Elections for Board of Directors
On June 27, members gathered at the New York headquarters of Intesa Sanpaolo for the IACC’s Annual Membership Meeting. IACC President Alberto Milani and Executive Director Federico Tozzi shared a summary of 2024 events and initiatives, reported on the year-end financial statements and provided members with a look into upcoming projects. Members also elected five […]
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Ospitalità Italiana Award Ceremony
For over a decade, the IACC has proudly played a key role in the Ospitalità Italiana restaurant certification program, which recognizes Italian restaurants worldwide that embody the highest standards of authenticity. On May 23, 2025, we had the honor of awarding 30 New York-area restaurants with the Ospitalità Italiana certification in recognition of their dedication […]
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IACC Announces Opening of Milan Branch Office
The IACC is excited to announce the opening of its new branch office in Milan, Italy, furthering its mission to strengthen U.S.-Italy business relations. This expansion will serve as a hub for both current members and new business ventures, offering services like market analysis, investment consultancy, and internationalization support. The office in Milan provides a […]
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IACC Partners with Milan’s Università Cattolica on Internship Program
The IACC is pleased to announce the launch of a strategic alliance with one of Italy’s most prestigious universities, Milan’s Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UNICATT). The newly-minted collaboration with UNICATT leverages the university’s Department of Career Services and the IACC’s own J-1 visa program to help promote U.S.-based internship opportunities to current students and […]
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