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Who he is: Marco Balich is a renowned creator of large-scale ceremonies, including Olympic and Paralympic games, world cups, and tours for famous musicians. He considers himself an “impresario” who puts together complex and emotionally impactful events.
Venice: He was born in Venice and feels a strong connection to the city. he believes Venice should be a world art center, be fully electric/hydrogen by 2030, and regulate Airbnb to allow young people to live there. He supports a tourist entry fee to combat overcrowding, potentially following a Swiss model. He doesn’t rule out running for Mayor of Venice, focusing on preserving and revitalizing the city.
Career Highlights: He’s proud of building an industry in Milan that rivals those in New York, Los Angeles, and London. He also takes pride in the success of his former employees.
Business: His company, Balich Wonder Studio, has a significant turnover and employs many people.He recently sold a majority stake to Banijay.
Indian Wedding: He organized a very expensive Indian wedding in Borgo Egnazia,costing 18 million.
Milan-Cortina Olympics: if involved, he would focus on Italy’s beauty, nature, and historical figures.
Italy’s Issues: He believes Italy struggles with collaboration, hindering its potential. Design is an exception, thanks to combined efforts.
Success Metric: He measures success by the emotional impact on the audience, aiming to make them cry.
