A Night for the Future
The Friends of Bocconi Benefit Gala returns to New York on September 24, 2026, bringing together the Bocconi Community and its supporters for an evening dedicated to advancing access to education through philanthropy. A night of energy, generosity, and shared purpose.
The Gala supports the American Fund scholarship program, which enables talented students from diverse backgrounds to pursue a Bocconi education. By investing in scholarships, the initiative contributes to expanding opportunities for future leaders and reinforcing the University's commitment to academic excellence, inclusion, and social mobility.
Thanks to the proceeds of the inaugural 2024 Friends of Bocconi Benefit Gala, nine students received American Fund scholarships and began their academic journey at Bocconi in the 2025-26 academic year.
The American Fund is part of Bocconi: A Place for the Future, the University's fundraising campaign dedicated to supporting scholarships, research, and innovation. Within this broader vision, the Benefit Gala serves as an opportunity to strengthen a shared commitment to creating lasting educational opportunities and generating meaningful impact across generations.
Moreover, this year's Gala will celebrate three Alumni and outstanding members of our community: Carlo Bronzini Vender, Co-Founder and Partner of CapM Advisors, and Silvia Pezzini and Filippo Gori. Filippo serves as Co-Head of Global Banking at JPMorgan, while Silvia is a Lecturer at Columbia University. Together, they exemplify the talent, leadership, and international outlook that Bocconi is proud to foster and celebrate.
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The conversation continues on September 25 with the 2026 Bocconi Alumni Global Conference - "Beyond Borders: Knowledge and Leadership across Generations and Geographies". Bringing together a global community of Alumni, professionals, and decision-makers, the conference offers a day of high-level conversations on the forces reshaping business, institutions, and society.
Among the leading voices of this year's edition are Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorganChase, together with Bocconi University President Andrea Sironi and Rector Francesco Billari, alongside Bocconi faculty. Click here to discover more.
