International Master in Arts and Culture Management

Eleonora Pacetti is an accomplished opera professional with over 20 years of experience spanning artistic direction, casting, and mentorship in the international opera scene. She currently lectures at Rome Business School and is Co-Founder of Finale Produzioni, a media production company focused on music and cultural projects. Pacetti holds an MBA from SDA Bocconi, a diploma in piano performance with top honors from the Conservatorio G.B. Martini, and has completed important courses at Universität Mozarteum Salzburg and the University of Cambridge. She has directed the Young Artist Program at Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, and has coached globally for institutions including Opéra Comique, Opera for Peace, and major recording labels. A frequent juror for prestigious competitions, including the Metropolitan Opera’s Laffont Competition, Pacetti has also contributed to projects under UNESCO and the Teatro alla Scala. She is a recognized authority on operatic career development.

Raffaele Passerini brings extensive professional experience in filmmaking, media development, and arts education. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Education (EdD) in Leadership, Curriculum, and Instruction at Westcliff University. He also holds a Master of Arts in Creative Writing from Teesside University, along with advanced certificates in Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy and in Television Writing from UCLA Extension. With over a decade of university-level teaching experience—including roles at Rome Business School, Rome University of Fine Arts (RUFA), and Roma Film Academy—Passerini combines academic rigor with practical expertise as a writer, director, and producer. His contributions span international media projects, including collaborations with RAI and ARTE, as well as production roles with institutions such as the New York City Department of Education, UNDP, and Oikos Films, LLC. Among his notable achievements are leadership roles in academic programs, original podcast creation, and the executive production of documentaries and capacity-building campaigns.

Stefano Friani is a professional with experience in publishing, editorial management, and cultural journalism. He is the Editor at Racconti Edizioni, writer at La Mattita Rossa and he often collaborates with different editorials such as “La Repubblica” and il foglio quotidiano, overseeing acquisitions, translation revisions, editing, and publicity efforts. Friani holds a Master’s degree in Journalism and Cultural Management and a Laurea Specialistica in Philosophy from Sapienza University of Rome. With years of academic teaching experience, he delivers courses on editorial management at Rome Business School. His industry expertise spans editing, translation, proofreading, and iconographic research for prominent Italian publishers including UTET and Einaudi. Friani has authored and published critical literary works, including Belfast Boy, and contributes regularly to leading newspapers and cultural outlets. His professional network includes collaborations with major Italian media and publishing houses, underpinned by a multilingual proficiency and active participation in literary panels and academic discussions.​​

Andrea Caruso Caracciolo is an experienced fundraising consultant and trainer with over 25 years of professional experience in the nonprofit and academic sectors with a particular focus on arts and cultural management. He currently serves as Consultancy Manager at Scuola di Roma Fundraising.it, where he leads strategic fundraising initiatives for cultural institutions and provides expert training, having delivered instructions across universities and institutions, including Sapienza University and the University of Tor Vergata. A graduate in Law from LUISS Guido Carli, with further legal studies at Humboldt University in Berlin, he brings deep academic grounding to his practice. He has over a decade of experience teaching university-level fundraising and nonprofit management. His industry expertise spans roles with the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo and international and foundations engaged in cultural heritage such as SMOM and Fondazione Giovanni Paolo II. Caracciolo has held leadership roles in the European Fundraising Association and the Italian Fundraisers Association, advancing global standards in certification and governance. He has published extensively on fundraising strategy, ethics, and cultural phylantropy, contributing to leading sector journals.

Cristina Da Milano is President of ECCOM (European Centre for Cultural Organization and Management), and a leading expert in arts and culture management and education with over 29 years of professional experience. She serves on the expert task force for PNRR implementation at Regione Marche, and is a member of the Disorderly Women (Alliance of Women Leaders in Culture) and the International Council of Museums (ICOM). She has over two decades of university-level teaching experience at institutions like LUISS, Tor Vergata, and the American University of Rome, and her work includes European project leadership, museum strategy, audience development, and cultural policy. She has also served on key boards, including Culture Action Europe (Vice President), Teatro di Roma, and the Italian Ministry of Culture’s National Museum System Commission. Da Milano holds a degree in Classical Studies with an archaeological focus from Sapienza University of Rome, an MA in Museum Studies from the University of Leicester and completed postgraduate studies in cultural economics at the University of Ferrara.

Giulia Centonze brings professional experience in the fine art sector, currently serving as Junior Specialist in Post-war and Contemporary Art at Christie’s, Rome. She oversees client relations, pricing, valuations, and the production of auction catalogues, while coordinating key sales activities. Ms Centonze holds a Master of Science in Management for the Arts, Culture, Media, and Entertainment from Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi, complemented by an exchange program at Aalto University, Helsinki. Her career encompasses extensive roles in art cataloguing, client management, and art market research within leading institutions, including Christie’s, Nextam Partners and private collections. Giulia combines academic expertise with practical industry knowledge, contributing to art authentication and valuation processes. She holds professional certifications such as the DELF and Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD). Her work reflects a sustained commitment to advancing the field of art management and contemporary art studies.

Dr. Giulia Mezzi is Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty, Methodology, and Accreditations at Rome Business School, where she oversees faculty development, academic quality assurance, and institutional accreditations. She brings over 15 years of professional experience in higher education, digital learning, and cultural heritage management, with a strong interdisciplinary background across academia and industry. She holds a Ph.D. in Art History and Cultural Heritage from the University of Reading, an M.A. in Cultural Heritage Management from the Pontificia Università Gregoriana, and a B.A. in Art History from John Cabot University. Dr. Mezzi has over a decade of university-level teaching experience, having lectured at The American University of Rome and UNINT. Her industry experience includes digital learning innovation at BUILT Bocconi, provenance and authentication research in Berlin, and content management roles in the contemporary art market, with a particular focus on online auction houses. She has collaborated with international institutions such as UNESCO, IFAD, and the Monuments Men Foundation on research and consultancy projects. Dr. Mezzi is fluent in four languages and has worked extensively across Italy, Germany, France, and the UK. Her research contributions focus on cultural heritage policy, digital learning, and art market studies.

Valentino Megale is a tech entrepreneur, biologist, and innovation advocate specializing in mental well-being through immersive technologies and data monitoring. He is the CEO and co-founder of Softcare Studios, a digital health startup that leverages advanced technologies to enhance medical treatments and support patients’ mental health. Valentino has over 7 years of professional experience in the digital health sector. He holds a PhD in Neuropharmacology from the "D’Annunzio" University of Chieti, with international experience in Austria and France. He is also an online lecturer in immersive technologies at the Web Marketing Festival and serves as Program Director and lecturer at Rome Business School. His academic background spans 6 years, focusing on neuropharmacology and biotechnology. Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including “Best E-Health Startup” at the Startup Europe Awards, and has taken part in international acceleration programs such as Accelerace and TMCx. He has spoken at prestigious events like TEDx and participated in innovation challenges with global companies such as Pfizer and Merck.