“Creating the Future”

On 15 May, the first National Forum of Young People of Made in Italy was held in Milan, entitled “Creare Futuro” (Creating the Future), born on the initiative of the presidents of the Young Groups of FederlegnoArredo, Confindustria Accessori Moda and Federalimentare who, together with some representatives of the business and academic worlds, gave rise to a dynamic and constructive discussion to outline an innovative and future-oriented vision.

The Forum represented an important opportunity to reflect on the role of the new generations in driving the renewal of the Italian production system, starting from the three pillars of national manufacturing excellence – Fashion, Food and Furniture – which, together, contribute to about 20% of the national GDP and best represent Italian know-how in the world.

The need to create a system, enhance skills and promote synergies between the different supply chains emerged strongly during the meeting. Young entrepreneurs wish to be protagonists of this change, bringing vision, innovation and openness to dialogue, in order to continue to strengthen and promote the identity of Made in Italy on an international scale.

“Fashion is an extraordinary heritage for Italy – said in particular Carlo Briccola, president of Giovani Confindustria Accessori Moda –  but only through the connection between different sectors, united by the same know-how to make Italian, We can speak to the world with a united voice. With this Forum we want to transmit confidence, optimism and sense of responsibility to present and future generations, so that they can continue in the tradition, valuing the creative and productive genius that distinguishes Made in Italy. Our focus is clear: to strengthen the competitiveness of our companies. Because if quality, especially in fashion, is often considered a given, today it is necessary to confront a complex European scenario, made up of regulations that are difficult to adopt, which require preparation, strategic vision and cohesion”.