This page brings together a curated selection of my articles, research contributions, talks, panels and podcasts exploring innovation, culture, sustainability, communication and leadership.
Here you will find ideas, frameworks, case reflections and conversations drawn from my work across academic, professional and public contexts — shared as resources to support thinking, teaching, research and practice across disciplines and sectors.
Some of these pieces are analytical, others more narrative or reflective. Together, they reflect an ongoing inquiry into how organisations, cities and communities can navigate complexity, design meaningful change and build futures that are not only innovative, but coherent, inclusive and liveable.
This collection is shared as a resource for those who are curious, researching, teaching, designing or simply thinking about the future.
Academic Publications & Research
This section includes peer-reviewed articles, book chapters and research outputs developed within academic and publicly funded research contexts. These works follow academic standards and contribute to academic debates on innovation, communication, sustainability, culture and management.
- Pavan, D. (2023) “The Role of citizen engagement, contextual understanding and partnerships for positive change” in : Kortesidou, D., Day, D., Zinovyeva A. (2023) Social Urban Innovations and the Supporting Role of Universities Thoughtbook, University Industry Innovation Network B.V. pp. 58-5
- Finotto, V., Colapinto, C., Pavan, D., Pranovi, F. (2022) “Redefining and Reframing a City: Co-Designing a New City Model in Venice – Universities and Society to Envision a Resident-Friendly Future” in Andrade, P., de Lemos Martins, M., Handbook “Research on Urban Tourism, Viral Society, and the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic” IGI Global pp. 265-282 https://www.igi-global.com/book/handbook-research-urban-tourism-viral/283955
- Finotto, V., Colapinto, C., Pavan, D., (2022), “Redefining and reframing a city: co-designing a new city model in Venice” 15th SIG Design Workshop, Paris
- Finotto, V., Colapinto, C., Pavan, D., (2022) “Universities as platforms for urban renewal and collective mobilization: reinventing Venice's social fabric, economy and lagoon”, Poster, UIIN Conference 2022, Amsterdam
- Calcagno, M., Pavan, D., (2017) “Using design to change management education: radical innovation vs entertaining facelift.” 10th SIG Design Workshop, Paris
Professional Writing
This section includes articles, essays and round-ups aimed at translating research and practice into accessible insights for leaders, organisations, cultural institutions and the broader public.
Talks, Panels & Conversations
A selection of public talks, panels, lectures and podcast conversations across academic, institutional and professional contexts.
Main Academic presentations
- "NextGen Venice" - June 6th 2025, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice - Venice, Italy.
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“Pixels of Knowledge: Digital Storytelling and Branding” — March 21st 2025, V.I.A. Veneto Impresa Accelerazione, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice - Venice, Italy.
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“Cultural Heritage 2.0: Reflections on Future Scenarios for Culture” — January 18, 2024, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice - Venice, Italy.
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“A Pedagogical Approach to Co-Creating Urban Solutions” — UCAMP Project, online panel discussion, November 2023.
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“The Importance of Communities” — Launch of the Management Alumni Chapter, Venice School of Management, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy, June 14, 2023.
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“Future Trends and Innovation in University Educational Practices” — Unlock Conference, online panel, November 29, 2022.
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“A New Approach for Venice: The Bootcamp” — UCAMP Project event, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy, September 16, 2022.
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“The Entrepreneurial University” — UIIN Conference, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, June 2022.
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“Industry 4.0 and Mentoring: The Role of Digital Communication” — Business Innovation for the Digital Era Workshop, PID People in Digital Project, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Forte Marghera, Venice, Italy, March 15, 2022.
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“Redefining and Reframing a City: Co-Designing a New City Model in Venice” — 15th SIG Design Workshop, Mines ParisTech University, Paris, France, January 31 – February 1, 2022.
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“Next Steps Venice” — Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy, December 15, 2021.
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Launch of the Ca’ Foscari Alumni NYC Chapter — Italian Consulate in New York, USA, June 14, 2019.
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“Design and Creativity as Drivers for Innovation” — Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy, October 10, 2018.
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“Digital Innovation and Its Impact on Art and Culture in Italy: New Skills for the Cultural and Creative Industries” — Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, Venice, Italy, 2017.
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“How Design and Design Thinking Can Influence Learning Processes” — 10th SIG Design Workshop, Mines ParisTech University, Paris, France, January 30–31, 2017.
Forbes USA:
• Five Pillars To Designing A Successful Growth Strategy For Your Agency
• Can We Train Our Creative Muscles?
• In The Era Of Individuality, How Can Brands Create Successful Relationships With Their Customers?
• 11 Ways To Encourage Customers To Review And Recommend Your Company
• 10 Metrics To Use When Measuring ROI For Guest Content
• 12 Things A Business Can Do To Project Authenticity
• 14 Unexpected Tips Experts Learned From Storytelling In Marketing
• Building A Media List? Follow These 12 Steps And Get Your Story Heard
• 15 Strategies To Help Agencies And Clients Develop Strong Working Relationships
• 12 Things All New Agency Clients Should Know
• 14 Ways Agencies Can Establish Strong Relationships With New Clients
• 14 Agency Pros Share Their Best Practices For Website Management
• 16 Tips For Effectively Closing The Sales Loop
• 13 Strategies For Capturing And Marketing User-Generated Content
• 12 Ways To Solve Your Agency's Communication Breakdowns
• 12 Ways To Use Marketing Data To Guide Your Promotional Strategy
• 12 Tips To Help Your Wide-Ranging Business Reach Customers In Local Markets
• 11 Questions Businesses Should Ask Before Hopping On A 'Hot' New Marketing Trend
• 11 Trends That Will Shape Marketing In 2019
• 11 Ways To Leverage Customer Testimonials And Brand Ambassadors
• Thinking About A Global Brand Sponsorship? Here Are Five Important Considerations
• Never Stop Growing: Six Key Skills All Team Leaders Need To Develop
• Five Things Retail Businesses Should Know Ahead Of the Holiday Season
• Social Media Marketing: How To Master The Art Of Going Live
• Seven Creative Ways To Stand Out In A Crowded Market
• 10 Things To Consider Before Bringing Your Agency Work In-House
• Stuck In The Old Ways Of Advertising? Here Are 10 Tips To Help You Embrace The Future
• Hiring A Creative Professional? Look For These 15 Essential Traits
GIRL GEEK LIFE - IN ITALIAN
• Interviews to women in technology – “Meet the geek”
Public speaking at non-academic events
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“Innovation and Skills: The Importance of STEM for Today’s Women Managers” — Event “Valore D: STEM/STEAM Disciplines and Management”, Confindustria Rovigo, Rovigo, Italy, July 11, 2024.
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“The Courage to Be Oneself at Home and Abroad” — Equamente al Lavoro event, Rovigo, Italy, December 14, 2023.
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“Business Ecosystems: Venice and Palazzo Isola Nova” — Palazzo Isola Nova, Venice, Italy, November 23, 2023.
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“Culture, Business and Made in Italy” — Dialoghi d’Impresa event, M9 Museum, Venice–Mestre, Italy, October 7, 2023.
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Press Conference — BE1 Street Art Festival — Porto Viro (Rovigo), Italy, June 2021.
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“Women, Creativity and Innovation” — Treviso Creativity Week, Treviso, Italy, November 7, 2020.
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Press Conference — WALLABE Street Art Festival — Rovigo, Italy, September 2020.
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“The Courage of the Venetians” — GR Art Gallery, New York, USA, July 25, 2019.
- "A new community in NYC: Ca' Foscari Alumni" - Italian Consulate, New York, USA, June 14, 2019
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“A Conversation Between Art and Digital” — Ca’ Sagredo Hotel, Venice, Italy, April 11, 2018.
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“New Communication Trends: The Art of Building a Successful Communication Approach Through Digital” — Rotary Club Terraglio, Treviso, Italy, September 12, 2017.
- Speech and lecture: “Design Thinking to redesign the Museum Experience” – April 7th 2017 – Foundation Querini Stampalia Venice (Italy)
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“Hosting Culture” — Ca’ Sagredo Hotel, Venice, Italy, February 8, 2017.
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“Managing Design in Innovation Contexts” — Job&Orienta Exhibition, Verona, Italy, November 25, 2016.
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“How to Be an Eco-Girl Geek” — Girl Geek Dinners, Milan, Italy, 2008.
