The #Gen_E 2026 Tour continued in Italy, where the Junior Achievement Italy National Finals brought together some of the country’s most promising young entrepreneurs, showcasing the creativity, ambition, and innovation of the next generation.
The event was attended by JA Europe CEO Salvatore Nigro and welcomed distinguished guests including Mario Nava, Director-General at the European Commission, a special message from Giuseppe Valditara, Italy’s Minister of Education and Merit, and Roberto Gualtieri, Mayor of Rome, reflecting the growing recognition of entrepreneurship education as a strategic investment in Europe’s future.
JA Europe congratulates Miriam Cresta, the entire JA Italy team, and the Board for delivering another outstanding National Final and for their continued leadership in empowering young people through entrepreneurial learning.
A special congratulations goes to Natural Shield, who will represent Italy at Gen-E 2026 in Riga, joining the best young entrepreneurs from across Europe on the continent’s largest entrepreneurship stage.
