UP FOR IT Call for Mentors 2020
UP FOR IT Chamber mentoring for international growth Call fo...
UP FOR IT Chamber mentoring for international growth Call fo...
Ms. Ilaria Baldan, the Executive Director of Italian Chamber...
UP for IT is a mentorship initiative by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West in partnership Assocamerestero and Unioncamere. The goal of this program is to encourage the exchange of managerial experience on international markets between highly established Canadian professionals with Italian roots and entrepreneurs based in Italy. In the course of the program, the Mentor shares their experience, developed in years of international carrier in major companies, with the Mentee, who is motivated to improve his personal business skills in approaching international markets.
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Greentech, Environment, Energy, Biotech, Medical
Infrastructure, Construction, Architecture, Engineering
Digital, High Tech, ICT, Media
Food/Wine, Tourism and Hospitality
Fashion, Design
Davide M. Bonamici was born in Rome and grew up in a central area known as a predominant entertainment hub for the “Roma by Night”. After attending a year of Law School at the “Universita’ La Sapienza” Rome, he left to travel the world, financed by gaining global experience working in hotels, private resorts, night clubs, restaurants and even as a wine steward with Princess Cruises.
After Princess Cruises, he landed in Vancouver where he expanded his knowledge and experience in the Food and Beverage Industry by working in the front and back of several restaurants. In the middle of the gourmet coffee expansion, he was offered to lead a flagship store for Torrefazione Italia located in the heart of Kerrisdale.
After Torrefazione Italia signed a deal with Virgin Megastores to run all their coffee houses, he was appointed lead person to execute the conversions, beginning with a brand new store in Las Vegas’ Caesar’s Palace.
Once the conversions were completed, Mr. Bonamici became Regional Director for the Company until the Company was acquired by AFC of Atlanta GA, at which time he was appointed as Franchising Director for the Company. Subsequently, Starbucks purchased Torrefazione Italia and Mr. Bonamici was retained as a business consultant to assure the smooth transitioning of Torrefazione Italia into the Starbucks family.
After a year with Starbucks, Davide decided it was time to be entrepreneurial and put his experience and knowledge to practice by developing his own brand, Sciué Italian Bakery Caffé.
In addition to a wealth of experience in the food and beverage industry, Mr. Bonamici is also a certified marketing executive from the UBC/SMEI joint program and holds a certificate in accounting.
It was David’s vision to develop a concept of Italian Food and Beverage straight from the streets of his beloved Rome, the “Eternal City” that made Sciué Italian Bakery Caffé a remarkable success story.
Are you interested to have Davide Bonamici as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
Download FormErika was born and raised in Italy (Trieste). She moved to Canada in 1998 in search of new opportunities.
Her 1st job in Canada was at WalMart, a great employer who helped her to improve language skills and make new connections.
She went back to school to become an SEA (Special Education Assistant) and she has worked for 10 years in elementary/high schools with students with special needs (created and implemented support programs).
In 2012, Erika had a career change. She pursued a career in Technical Sales at LabTest Certification Inc., selling testing and certification services for products needing national and international approvals. Now she is a Business Development Manager and Trainer, establishing new partnerships, developing new business opportunities, marketing, ensuring clients’ retention and satisfaction.
The Italian values and work habits that I’ve brought to Canada with me have been the key in helping me find employment and establish myself in the business industry.
Are you interested to have Erika Nordio as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
Download FormA major portion of Lucio’s experience (21 years) was obtained at C.D. Howe Limited, inventors of the modern slip form concrete storage facility, where he rose from junior engineer to Vice-President. He progressively managed more and more complex projects gaining experience in planning, design, construction, commissioning and plant start-up with a concentration in design and automation of material handling facilities.
Lucio has worked in many countries over 6 continents in the past 47 years and specialized in all facets of engineering work from plant design and construction of new facilities to both minor and total renovation of existing plants.
Lucio, the founding shareholder, is President and Chief Executive Officer of CMC Engineering and Management Limited.
Are you interested to have Lucio Sacchetti as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
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UP for IT is a mentorship initiative by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West in partnership Assocamerestero and Unioncamere. The goal of this program is to encourage the exchange of managerial experience on international markets between highly established Canadian professionals with Italian roots and entrepreneurs based in Italy. In the course of the program, the Mentor shares their experience, developed in years of international carrier in major companies, with the Mentee, who is motivated to improve his personal business skills in approaching international markets.
Contact us to learn more.
Greentech, Environment, Energy, Biotech, Medical
Digital, High Tech, ICT, Media
Infrastructure, Construction, Architecture, Engineering
Food/Wine, Tourism and Hospitality
Fashion, Design
Davide M. Bonamici was born in Rome and grew up in a central area known as a predominant entertainment hub for the “Roma by Night”. After attending a year of Law School at the “Universita’ La Sapienza” Rome, he left to travel the world, financed by gaining global experience working in hotels, private resorts, night clubs, restaurants and even as a wine steward with Princess Cruises.
After Princess Cruises, he landed in Vancouver where he expanded his knowledge and experience in the Food and Beverage Industry by working in the front and back of several restaurants. In the middle of the gourmet coffee expansion, he was offered to lead a flagship store for Torrefazione Italia located in the heart of Kerrisdale.
After Torrefazione Italia signed a deal with Virgin Megastores to run all their coffee houses, he was appointed lead person to execute the conversions, beginning with a brand new store in Las Vegas’ Caesar’s Palace.
Once the conversions were completed, Mr. Bonamici became Regional Director for the Company until the Company was acquired by AFC of Atlanta GA, at which time he was appointed as Franchising Director for the Company. Subsequently, Starbucks purchased Torrefazione Italia and Mr. Bonamici was retained as a business consultant to assure the smooth transitioning of Torrefazione Italia into the Starbucks family.
After a year with Starbucks, Davide decided it was time to be entrepreneurial and put his experience and knowledge to practice by developing his own brand, Sciué Italian Bakery Caffé.
In addition to a wealth of experience in the food and beverage industry, Mr. Bonamici is also a certified marketing executive from the UBC/SMEI joint program and holds a certificate in accounting.
It was David’s vision to develop a concept of Italian Food and Beverage straight from the streets of his beloved Rome, the “Eternal City” that made Sciué Italian Bakery Caffé a remarkable success story.
Are you interested to have Davide Bonamici as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
Download FormErika was born and raised in Italy (Trieste). She moved to Canada in 1998 in search of new opportunities.
Her 1st job in Canada was at WalMart, a great employer who helped her to improve language skills and make new connections.
She went back to school to become an SEA (Special Education Assistant) and she has worked for 10 years in elementary/high schools with students with special needs (created and implemented support programs).
In 2012, Erika had a career change. She pursued a career in Technical Sales at LabTest Certification Inc., selling testing and certification services for products needing national and international approvals. Now she is a Business Development Manager and Trainer, establishing new partnerships, developing new business opportunities, marketing, ensuring clients’ retention and satisfaction.
The Italian values and work habits that I’ve brought to Canada with me have been the key in helping me find employment and establish myself in the business industry.
Are you interested to have Erika Nordio as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
Download FormA major portion of Lucio’s experience (21 years) was obtained at C.D. Howe Limited, inventors of the modern slip form concrete storage facility, where he rose from junior engineer to Vice-President. He progressively managed more and more complex projects gaining experience in planning, design, construction, commissioning and plant start-up with a concentration in design and automation of material handling facilities.
Lucio has worked in many countries over 6 continents in the past 47 years and specialized in all facets of engineering work from plant design and construction of new facilities to both minor and total renovation of existing plants.
Lucio, the founding shareholder, is President and Chief Executive Officer of CMC Engineering and Management Limited.
Are you interested to have Lucio Sacchetti as your mentor? Please fill up the form below and email the filled up form to info@upforitaly.com
Download Form
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By volunteering as a mentor, you will contribute to the growth of a compelling international business culture among the business community in Italy.
To apply as a mentor, you need to meet all the following criteria:
Mentees of “Up for IT” will be entitled to special discounts on the Italian Chamber of Commerce’s services. In the course of the program, the Mentor shares her/his experience developed in years of international carrier in major companies with you and assist you in improving your business skills in approaching Canada markets.
To apply as a mentee, you need to meet all the following criteria:
If you have any questions about “Up for IT” program, would like to learn more about our sponsorship packages, or would like to suggest a mentor or a mentee, you can reach us using any of the contact methods provided below.
‘UP for IT’ is the first mentoring program in B.C. for Italian companies. It is an initiative by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West, as part of the Chamber Mentoring for International Growth. The project is promoted by Unioncamere and realized with the contribution of Intercamerale Interventer Fund, coordinated by Assocamerestero.
‘UP for IT’ is the first mentoring program in B.C. for Italian companies. It is an initiative by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West, as part of the Chamber Mentoring for International Growth. The project is promoted by Unioncamere and realized with the contribution of Intercamerale Interventer Fund, coordinated by Assocamerestero.
‘UP for IT’ is the first mentoring program in B.C. for Italian companies. It is an initiative by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada West, as part of the Chamber Mentoring for International Growth. The project is promoted by Unioncamere and realized with the contribution of Intercamerale Interventer Fund, coordinated by Assocamerestero.
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