The Business Excellence Awards are a prestigious annual celebration of the visionaries who are redefining the landscape of the Italian-Canadian business community in Ontario and Canada.
Join us on May 22nd for an exclusive event that brings together top executives, industry leaders, and investors in an engaging environment designed to spark meaningful connections and unlock new opportunities. By bridging Italy and Canada, the BEA event aims to strengthen business relationships and inspire collaborations that will shape the industries of the future.
Every year, we celebrate individuals and organizations that not only set new standards but also inspire progress in their fields. The Business Excellence Awards recipients exemplify success through innovation, leadership, and lasting contributions to their industries.
In 2025, with the G7 hosted in Canada, we have a unique opportunity to build upon the collaborative efforts and priorities that were established during Italy’s presidency in 2024. As Canada takes the helm, there is a renewed focus on strengthening diplomatic ties with European and global partners, advancing multilateralism, and addressing pressing global issues. By recognizing these forward-thinking leaders, we celebrate the impactful legacies that shape not only their industries but the future of the global economy. The ICCO Air Canada Business Excellence Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the evolving business landscape, where tradition meets transformation.
2025 BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD RECIPIENTS
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE
AWARD
sponsored by Air Canada
TONY STAFFIERI
President & CEO
Rogers Communications
CORRADO PAINA ITALY-CANADA
AWARD
sponsored by Unico Primo
FRANCESCO NORANTE
President
Leonardo Canada & US Corporation
BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
AWARD
sponsored by RBC
CHRISTINA IACOUCCI
Managing Partner & Head of Canada
BGO
DESIGN, SCIENCE & ARCHITECTURE AWARD
sponsored by Ernst & Young
DR. DANTE MORRA
Founder & Chair
CAN Health Network
COMMUNITY BUILDING
AWARD
sponsored by Masters Insurance
DR. ANDREW SIMONE
Founder
Canadian Food for Children
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD
sponsored by Liuna
VILMA CORTELLUCCI-FIUZA
Social Worker
DATE
May 22, 2025
TIME
Cocktail Receiption – 5:30 PM
Dinner – 7:00 PM
DRESS CODE
Business Attire
LOCATION
Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex
25 British Columbia Road,
Toronto, ON M6K 3K3
HOST
ICCO Canada
CONTACTS
events@italchambers.ca
























