by Conference of Presidents | Feb 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
By Truby Chiaviello, PRIMO Magazine On to Syracuse… Basil M. Russo is in no mood to rest on his laurels. As president of the Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations (COPOMIAO), he can look back to January with a proud achievement. From all...
by Conference of Presidents | Jan 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Delegates from throughout the country welcomed by The Russo Brothers Basil Russo’s keynote speech given a standing ovation, and John Viola lays out strategy for five more conferences over the next five years. The precedent-setting IAFL Conference — sponsored by...
by Conference of Presidents | Dec 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
The new Columbus center will be housed in the historic Palazzo Ducale (a 700-year-old Genoese palace that has been converted into a world-renowned museum and cultural hub). Mayor Marco Bucci launches academic reexamination of Columbus’ life and legacy, days after...
by Conference of Presidents | Dec 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Sculpted by Emanuele Caroni, the city’s nearly 150-year-old Columbus statue will remain, unboxed and in public view, in Marconi Plaza. (Photo credit: Nick Philly) Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court rules Marconi Plaza Columbus statue cannot be removed by city. It’s...
by Conference of Presidents | Nov 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Spread the word: Italian Americans, ages 21-35, are invited to explore and celebrate their heritage this January. Our goal is to empower a new generation of Italian American leaders! What: Italian American Future Leaders Conference Where: Ft. Lauderdale, FL (FLA Live...
