For over 60 years, ICCO Canada has been a driving force in fostering a dynamic environment of collaboration and strategic partnerships between Italy and Canada by actively promoting trade and cultural exchange initiatives between the two nations. Carrying on this tradition, the annual ICCO BEA has consistently served as a platform to celebrate the achievements of the Italian-Canadian business community. This year's gala, presented by Air Canada and PSP Services, will once again recognize leaders who, through their dedication and hard work, continue to raise the bar and set new industry standards.

This year’s recipients are:

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD sponsored by Air Canada and PSP Services

Tony Pampena - Central Market Managing Partner, EY Canada

ITALY-CANADA AWARD sponsored by Unico Inc. and Primo Foods

Ferrero Canada

BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

Lisa Melchior - Founder & Managing Partner, VERTU Capital

DESIGN, ARTS, AND CULTURE AWARD

Dr. Gianluigi Bisleri - Director, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital

COMMUNITY BUILDING AWARD

Marco DeVuono - President & CEO, Villa Charities Inc.