A message from our president

Dear Members of CIBPA/Cari Soci della CIBPA,

It is with deep gratitude and a profound sense of responsibility that I accept the honour of serving as President of the National Federation of the Canadian Italian Business Professional Association (CIBPA).  I am truly privileged to follow in the distinguished footsteps of my predecessor, Gianni Leonetti, who has provided exceptional leadership to our organization over the past seven years.

È con profonda gratitudine e un forte senso di responsabilità che accetto l'onore di servire come Presidente della Federazione Nazionale della Canadian Italian Business Professional Association (CIBPA).  Sono davvero privilegiato di seguire le orme illustri del mio predecessore, Gianni Leonetti, che ha fornito una leadership eccezionale alla nostra organizzazione negli ultimi sette anni.

Having served on the National Board for more than a decade and having had the privilege of working closely with Past President Robert (Bob) Sacco, I have witnessed firsthand the dedication and vision that have elevated the National Federation to its current prominence.  I extend my heartfelt thanks to both Gianni and Bob for their outstanding contributions.

I am also very grateful to the members of the Board and the Executive Team, for entrusting me with this important role.  The sustained commitment, hard work, and collective efforts of our board members—both past and present—have been instrumental in the significant growth and success of our Federation.

One of my primary objectives during my tenure will be to strengthen the coast-to-coast unity of Italian-Canadian communities by establishing new chapters and revitalizing existing ones, thereby fostering deeper connections across our national network.

I am fully committed to collaborating with the Board, and the newly elected Executive Team to build upon our momentum.  Together, we will continue to support creative and innovative initiatives that enhance the profile and influence of the National Federation throughout Canada.

As the son of Italian immigrants, an entrepreneur, and a professional, I have personally experienced the immense value that CIBPA provides through its networks and relationships. Our strength lies in our shared heritage, common values, vision, and purpose.

Come figlio di immigrati italiani, imprenditore e professionista, ho personalmente sperimentato l'enorme valore che il CIBPA offre attraverso le sue reti e relazioni. La nostra forza risiede nel nostro patrimonio condiviso, nei valori comuni, nella visione e nello scopo.

I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to Joe Perna, a founding member of our organization, whose continued presence at our meetings and wise counsel have been invaluable to our endeavours.

In closing, the National Federation of CIBPA owes its vitality and success to the dedication of our Chapters, members, and committed volunteers from coast to coast.  On behalf of myself and the entire Board of Directors, I pledge our unwavering commitment to exceeding your expectations and advancing the mission of our Federation.

Cordiali saluti

Joe Quaresima
National Federation President