The Italian Social Group will host the Honorary Italian Consul in Portland (OR), Vytas Babusis
April 8th, 6:30 p.m. - The Italian Social Group will host the Honorary Italian Consul in Portland, Vytas Babusis! Vytas Babusis' life story sounds like the plot of an American dream in reverse. Here is someone who spent 15 glorious years in Italy, blending in from the bustling streets of Rome to the serene vineyards of Tuscany to the temples in Sic...
Venetian Resort Leans Into Its Italian Influence In 'Viva Las Venice'
A Las Vegas resort in a prime real estate location gets a refreshed brand identity in a new campaign. Venetian Resort Las Vegas -- which is owned by Vici Properties and operated by Apollo Global Management -- launched a “Viva Las Venice” campaign introducing a refreshed brand identity following substantial investment in the property, which is in cl...
Gucci Announces a Newly Expanded Boutique at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace
Gucci is expanding in the United States with the opening of a newly renovated and enlarged boutique at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Replacing its previous location within the center, the redesigned space spans over 11,600 square feet, offering an elevated destination and an impressive selection of the House’s signature collection...
Piaggio Group Americas Returns to AIMExpo with Expanded Lineup from Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio, and Vespa Brands
AIMExpo is excited to have Piaggio Group Americas, the Italian-headquartered company, return to the Las Vegas Convention Center with its diverse lineup of motorcycles and scooters from their iconic brands Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Piaggio, and Vespa. In addition to showcasing its expansive, innovative product lineup, Piaggio will also discuss upcoming m...
Santa Margherita Continues Its Expansion in the USA: Acquired Marsh Estate in Oregon
The United States continues to be the world's leading market for wine, with Italy also playing a key role. One of the fastest growing regions is Oregon, known for producing excellent Pinot Noir. Santa Margherita's growth path fits into this context, having consolidated its presence there through new acquisitions. After acquiring the renowned Roco W...
Italy showcases innovation at CES 2025 in Las Vegas
Over 300 stakeholders from the innovation world, including major corporations and venture capitalists, attended the opening of the Italian Pavilion at CES in Las Vegas on January 7. CES, the largest tech fair in the United States and the world, is featuring 46 innovative Italian startups this year. The event, organized by the Italian Trade Agency (...
Inside Bottega Veneta’s New Architectural Statement at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Bottega Veneta marks its presence on the Las Vegas Strip with a new boutique at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, introducing an immersive retail environment that merges Italian craftsmanship with modernist design sensibilities. The space showcases the house's Pre-Spring 2025 collection against a backdrop of warm wood, terrazzo, and contemporary archit...
From Smart Factories to AI Healthcare and Mobility: 46 Italian Startups Head to CES 2025
From autonomous robotaxis to sensor systems that detect wildfires before they spread, AI tools that help doctors with diagnostics, or enable factories to reduce energy consumption. Practical solutions leveraging solid yet underutilized technologies to enhance productivity, improve urban systems, and enrich daily life—this is the spirit behind the I...
Nevada’s largest paper manufacturer acquired by Italian company
An Italian company has acquired Nevada’s largest paper producer, making them the fourth largest tissue paper producer in North America. Sofidel, an Italian-based company, acquired the tissue division of Clearwater Paper in November for $1.06 billion, effectively closing the tissue division for the Spokane-based company. Now, Sofidel has taken over...
How an Italian immigrant turned an elephant into a Seattle icon
At first glance, elephants and Seattle seem an unlikely pairing. Why would the world’s largest land mammal, found in Asia and Africa, have so intrigued residents of the Pacific Northwest? Yet two Seattle companies have used this massive animal for decades to advertise their businesses. The more recognizable was the rotating hot-pink elephant with i...
Casa Italiana seeking Italian cars for its July 27 Car Show
Casa Italiana is gearing up for its annual Italian Car Show on Saturday, July 27, 2024, and is calling all Italian car enthusiasts to showcase their prized vehicles. The free event promises a “bellissimo” day of automotive splendor, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Car aficionados can expect to see an impressive lineup of Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Ferraris, La...
Italian Air Force’s 156th Squadron Reactivated At Luke AFB
On July 2, 2024, alongside the celebration of the first 1,000 flight hours achieved by the F-35A assigned to the 6th Wing, the 156th Squadron “Linci” (Italian for “Lynxes”) was reactivated at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The primary mission of the squadron, which served as a fighter-bomber squadron with a focus on maritime attack and reconnaissanc...
