On Wednesday, November 12, at 6:00 p.m., Villa Guastavillani will host the event Crossing Cultures, Meeting Talents – Practices for Attracting and Developing International Talent in Business.
As shown by the current lively debates on border protection, long-term integration of immigration, and economic protectionism, we live in an era marked by increasing international mobility, the emergence of second and new generations, and hybrid forms of work that bring different territories, cultures, and lifestyles into dialogue.
Ethnic and cultural differences in organizations are now more evident than ever. How are companies responding to these trends? Is it possible to manage conflicts related to different communication styles, relationships with authority, or conceptions of teamwork? And how can these differences be transformed into a real strategic asset for growth, innovation, and competitiveness?
The debate will address the issue of managing national and cultural diversity in companies from a multi-stakeholder perspective, giving a voice to students, employees, managers, businesses, and public decision-makers.
In particular, the Emilia-Romagna Region’s experience will be highlighted, which is committed to attracting and retaining young talent through collaboration between the public and private sectors, as well as an integrated territorial welfare system. This experience will be discussed from an international perspective, linking migration flows to cooperation with the private sector, as in the initiatives promoted by the International Organization for Migration. This perspective will enable multiculturalism in the workplace to be viewed as a plurality of identities that are recognized and valued through conscious practices and targeted skills, in line with Valore D’s research.
Introduction
- Max Bergami | Dean, Bologna Business School
- Vincenzo Colla | Vice President with responsibility for Economic Development and Green Economy, Energy, Professional Training, Universities and Research, Emilia-Romagna Region
Speakers
- Ulrike Sauerwald | Head of Research and Knowledge Management, Valore D
- Gabriele Marzano | Senior Executive – Project Manager, Emilia-Romagna Region
- Daniele Panzeri | Senior Programme Support and Liaison – M&D Coordinator, International Organization for Migration
Moderator
- Daniela Bolzani | Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Bologna Business School
The event will be held in Italian.
Simultaneous translation will be provided.
To attend, click here.
We look forward to seeing you there!
