Gardone Riviera: Emanuela Vantini elected president of the merchants’ association
Gardone Riviera has elected Emanuela Vantini, an olive oil producer, trader, and Confesercenti member, as president of the town’s merchants association. The appointment aims to strengthen proximity commerce as a strategic lever for local development and to promote a modern, integrated, sustainable retail system.
Vantini outlined a program focused on upgrading offerings through innovation, digitization, and operator training; reinforcing the connection between commerce and tourism with seasonal events; and improving dialogue with institutions on mobility, parking, urban decor, safety, and decor. The new board includes Vice President Andrea Storari and members Luca Spinelli, Elisabetta Pellegrini, and Monica Tessarolo. The association plans to collaborate with Confesercenti, Salò ProMotion, Pro Loco Gardone Riviera, Visit Brescia, and the municipal administration to pursue shared projects.
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