MILESTONES
TURIN ISLAMIC ECONOMIC FORUM (TIEF) – TURIN, 2014 – 2015 – 2017 – 2019 – 2021 – 2023
Co-promoter and chair of the six editions of the European prime event on the Islamic eco-system. It has been attended by the leading international players of the Islamic finance (capital markets, banking, money manage-ment, private equity, insurance) and the halāl (food, fashion, health, travel) sectors.
UNIVERSITÀ CATTOLICA DEL SACRO CUORE – MILAN; LUISS – ROME; UNIVERSITÀ DEGLI STUDI DI NAPOLI “L’ORIENTALE” – NAPLES; 2017 – 2025
Running annual seminars on different aspects of the Islamic eco-system, Islamic finance, Islamic social finance, issues related to the creation of money. Uploaded in this section is only the latest presentation.
THE MOSQUE OF SEGESTA – SICILY, 2022
A project where Islamic modes of financing, Italian laws and jurisprudence and the archaeological remains of the last mosque built in Sicily coalesce to create a halāl tourism proposition to attract quality international visitors and give a sense of belonging to Italian Muslim citizens. Operational details available on request.
ITALIAN ISLAMIC HERITAGE: TWELVE CENTURIES OF CONNECTIONS – TURIN, 14 OCTOBER 2017
Showcasing the unique Islamic artistic and architectural heritage scattered across the peninsula, possibly the richest in Europe. Discussing the creation of ‘cultural districts’ to encourage domestic and international halāl tourism.
WORLD BANK | ISLAMIC FINANCE SERVICES BOARD – WASHINGTON, DC & KUALA LUMPUR, 2016
Consulting and contributing the chapter on “The Role of Microtakāful in Financial Inclusion: the Foundational Claims of Insurance in Islam” in ‘Realising the Value Proposition of the Takāful Industry for a Stable and Inclusive Financial System’ jointly published by the WB and the IFSB.
EXPO 2015 “FEEDING THE PLANET. ENERGY FOR LIFE” – MILAN, 23 OCTOBER 2015
Convener of the closing event themed “Halāl Food – A Border that Does not Divide” focusing on the right to access proper feeding resources according to one’s cultural and religious choices. With her unique culinary tradition Italy is well positioned to fusion the Islamic food requirements and the wealth of regional cuisines into a new enticing and halāl proposition.
TIEF | GIES “ROUNDTABLE ON MODEST FASHION” – TURIN, 2015
A TIEF side-event jointly organized with the Global Islamic Economic Summit dedicated to a fast-growing sector of the Islamic economy where the Italian fashion system is a key player. The UAE, China, and Italy lead the Modest Fashion Indicator (MFI), which evaluates 72 countries’ health and development of their Modest Fashion ecosystem.
NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SAINT CECILIA – ROME, 2014
A project aiming to bring a top-quality musical offering to the Gulf region promoted and managed by Antea Brugnoni. This included concert tours, workshops, summer schools and the exhibition of the Academy’s unique collection of musical instruments.
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A CONVENTIONAL BANK – ROME, 2014
Quality control and advisory services for the debut Islamic syndication of an Italian bank. A first step towards the possible opening of an Islamic window to better service companies exporting to Muslim countries and gather Italian Muslims’ savings.
