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COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The Sportsystem Founation ETS is a non-profit organization located in Montebelluna, in the heart of the international Sportsystem district, a territory of over 350 km2 which is recognized worldwide the excellence of its production of sports equipment, clothes and shoes. The Foundation has stewardship of both tangible and intangible assets within this unique industrial ecosystem, promoting research, training and corporate culture.
Through exhibitions, events and working with schools, universities and businesses, it continues to improve skills, technological innivation and the diffusion of a sporting and design culture. The Sportsystem Foundation Musuem preserves and narrates the history of the district, showing objects, prototypes and materials connected with the design, planning and production of sporting footwear – evidence of Italian expertise that has made Montebelluna a global leader in the sector.
BIOGRAPHIES
FRANCESCA SFOGGIA
Curator of the Sportsystem Foundation Musuem since 2018, after more than 10 years working in museums in the UK. She is in charge of the museum’s collection, its services to the public, and she coordinates cultural and educational events.
She was educated in the History of Art the Conservation of Cultural heritage and holds a Master’s degree in Heritage Education and Digital Technologies, and also has experience in teaching and in art and architectural restoration.
GIANNI FRASSON
Italian entrepreneur, currently President of the Sportsystem Foundation. He has also held the role of General Manager of Frasson S.p.A. and Rubbermac S.r.l., businesses which operate in the manufacturing sector.
Through his dedication to the world of culture, territory and industry, he leads Sportsystem Foundation in encouraging an entrepeneurial culture through training and the promotion of the industrial district connected to footwear and outdoor activities.
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