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Graduation 2025<\/b> brought to Piazza Maggiore the ceremony for the diploma conferral of Masters and Executive Masters, with greetings from academic and institutional authorities and the presence of the <\/span>Community<\/b>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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In this solemn setting, <\/span>Stefano Domenicali<\/b>, CEO of Formula 1, received the <\/span>Sigillum Magnum of the University of Bologna<\/b> after a laudatio by Professor <\/span>Giuri<\/b>, who introduced his managerial profile and his strong connection to Bologna.<\/span><\/p>\n

Domenicali opened by addressing the true protagonists of the evening, the <\/span>graduates<\/b>: \u201callow me to begin by greeting the students of Bologna Business School,\u201d he said, emphasizing the emotion of speaking \u201cin this Piazza so full of history and symbols.\u201d The award, he explained, \u201cis an honor that I feel deeply because it comes from a territory and a community that has meant so much in my life journey.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking back to the beginning, he recalled arriving at the University \u201cwithout certainties, with ambitions and many doubts,\u201d and the formative value of error: \u201chere I learned to think, to doubt, to make mistakes and to get back up.\u201d Hence his direct appeal to the graduates: \u201cthink big. Have the courage to dare.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

When moving from education to work, the story became more concrete. \u201cWith a simple CV and a good deal of audacity I sent my application to Ferrari,\u201d he recalled. \u201cDuring the week I was in the office, on weekends at Mugello to oversee the organization of the races. At 26 I was entrusted with the race direction of the MotoGP events at the circuit.\u201d The message is clear: \u201cmany careers are born from unexpected opportunities, from roads we did not seek but that found us.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

A central moment in his story was Spa-Francorchamps 1998, when he defused the tension that had exploded on track between Michael Schumacher and David Coulthard: \u201ctrue strength lies in maintaining calm and clarity. It takes courage to make quick decisions, turning pressure into determination.\u201d A principle that, for Domenicali, applies as much in workshops as in boardrooms.<\/span><\/p>\n

His career then took him \u201cfrom the sporting dimension to the industrial one\u201d at Audi and later to the presidency and leadership of Automobili Lamborghini, until the call from Formula 1: \u201cin these 5 years we have had the courage to dare and we are the concrete example of what it means to rethink an entire model.\u201d The results tell the story: \u201cfrom 2021 to today we have doubled the fanbase to over 826 million people, nearly tripled revenues and achieved record attendance. In 2024 about 6.5 million people attended the circuits worldwide and 1.6 billion cumulative TV audience.\u201d But, he added, \u201cbehind every number there has been constant work, carried out day after day.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The heart of <\/span>Stefano Domenicali<\/b>\u2019s speech were the values that guide his work: \u201cas F1 we have moved together, guided by dedication, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and excellence.\u201d To these, Domenicali added his \u201cthree cornerstones: positivity, energy and grit. They are my compass, especially in complex moments.\u201d From here came some practical invitations to the graduates: \u201cset an example, create a healthy environment, cultivate exchange and dialogue. Do not be afraid to share your skills, defend what makes your eyes shine, nurture it with passion.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

In receiving the <\/span>Sigillum Magnum<\/b>, Domenicali gave the award the meaning of a commitment: \u201cthis recognition closes a circle but even more it opens another: towards the responsibility to give back, to inspire, to build bridges between generations and cultures.\u201d A special dedication went to his family, \u201calways by my side, in every curve and in my toughest pit stops.\u201d And a final wish to the graduates: \u201cface challenges with courage and determination\u2026 from Bologna you can depart and go far, but you can always return with gratitude.\u201d He closed with the motto that became the seal of the evening: <\/span>\u201cAvanti tutta, sempre!\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

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