Babson College brings together global entrepreneurs in Tuscany summit
- Babson College's ninth Babson Connect Worldwide summit is being held in Tuscany from March 27-29, 2025.
- The event gathers over 300 entrepreneurial leaders from around the globe to discuss innovation, heritage, and business.
- This summit aims to reconnect attendees with lifelong learning while addressing pressing entrepreneurial challenges.
From March 27 to March 29, 2025, Babson College is hosting its ninth Babson Connect Worldwide (BCW) at Castelfalfi, a five-star estate in Tuscany, Italy. This premier global entrepreneurship summit focuses on the theme 'Decoding the Medici: Pioneering the Digital Renaissance,' emphasizing the blend of heritage and innovation within a region renowned for its artistic legacy. The event draws more than 300 entrepreneurial leaders from over 30 countries, bringing together global founders, executives, family enterprise leaders, and rising changemakers, alongside alumni and friends of Babson College. BCW 2025 aims to offer a platform for sharing valuable insights, exploring innovative solutions, and fostering social and economic value on a global scale. The summit includes keynote speeches and panel discussions led by renowned figures such as Carlo Cracco, Giovanni Colavita, and Marco Bizzarri. Participants will partake in interactive workshops and networking opportunities that address contemporary challenges facing entrepreneurial leaders and emphasize the growing role of technology and artificial intelligence Family enterprises are also spotlighted, as sessions will discuss how they reconcile tradition with necessary innovation. The lineup of speakers spans diverse sectors and perspectives, including Italian civic leaders such as Sara Funaro and Paolo Pomponi. This gathering serves as a testament to Babson College's commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial leaders, encouraging lifelong learning, and reinforcing connections among its global alumni network. President Stephen Spinelli Jr. describes the event as an opportunity for attendees to recommit themselves to their entrepreneurial journeys, and the stunning Tuscan backdrop enhances the experience significantly. Since its inception in 2015, Babson Connect Worldwide has expanded the college's global reach, with past summits attracting participants from 129 countries. BCW 2025 reflects Babson College's ongoing mission to influence the future of business and society through innovative thought leadership and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.