The fourth edition of the Italpress Awards in Washington

The Italpress Awards celebrated its fourth edition, honoring Italian and Italian-American figures promoting Made in Italy. The ceremony took place on October 18 at the Washington Hilton, hosted by journalist Stefano Vaccara. Awards were given to notable individuals including Attilio Fontana, Giorgio Marrapodi, Marco Peronaci, Gianni Riotta, and Tommaso Tanzilli. Each recipient received a unique artwork by Marco Gallotta. Fontana expressed pride in representing Lombardy, while Marrapodi highlighted the importance of Italpress in disseminating accurate information. Peronaci emphasized the growing Italian presence in the U.S., and Tanzilli discussed ambitions for expanding Italy's infrastructure expertise. Italpress has seen consistent growth since its inception in New York in 2023, establishing partnerships worldwide and enhancing its U.S. presence. The event featured discussions on U.S.-Italy relations and Sicilian culture, supported by various corporate partners.