Young Professionals Interview Series in Beijing, 28.10

On October 28th, the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), together with its Young Professionals Network and the Association of Young Italians in China (AGIC), and supported by the Bocconi Alumni Beijing Chapter, held the first Beijing edition of the Interviews Series format, titled “From Vision to Career”, at PALA PALA Restaurant.

The event brought together over 20 participants, including students and young professionals, who gathered to hear about the professional journeys, strategic insights on Italy-China relations, and perspectives on career development and leadership in international contexts — finding inspiration from the three guest speakers:

• Riccardo Pelissero, CEO and Co-founder of Long Advisory and Vice-Coordinator of the CICC Young Professionals Network
• Biquan Qing, Asset Allocation Analyst at Allianz Insurance Asset Management
• Andrea Croci, Chief Representative of Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A. in Beijing

The discussion, moderated by Marco Di Biasi, AGIC Board Member and Master’s student in Interpreting at Beijing Foreign Studies University, featured active audience engagement. Participants interacted directly with the speakers, fostering an open and dynamic exchange between those already navigating the China market and those beginning their professional journey.

Following the interviews, a networking aperitif provided by PALA PALA Restaurant gave the perfect opportunity for attendees to connect further, continue the conversation with the speakers, and enjoy authentic Italian cuisine.

We would like to express our sincere thanks to all participants, to the three guest speakers for sharing their insights, and to PALA PALA Restaurant for contributing to the success of this event.

ABOUT THE VENUE

Nestled in a serene corner beside the vibrant pulse of Beijing's Second Ring Road lies PALA PALA. This isn't a grand, opulent hall, but a charming neighborhood eatery brimming with rustic charm. Step inside, and the welcoming aroma of baking dough mingled with rich tomato sauce instantly transports you to the sun-drenched shores of the Apennine Peninsula. The soul of the restaurant is Chef Fabio. Born into a multigenerational family of chefs from Naples, Italy, his veins course with reverence for ingredients and dedication to tradition. Combined with nearly two decades of culinary experience in Beijing, he masterfully blends authentic Italian flavors with local preferences.