The traditional handover ceremony took place on Thursday evening Rotary Club Faenzacon Scipio de Leonardis who assumed the office of President for the year 2024-2025, succeeding Giuseppe Giba.
The evening, held in the evocative setting of Spadoni Housesaw the participation of numerous members and guests, who were able to witness the passing of the baton between the two Presidents.
Giuseppe Gibain his farewell speech, retraced the salient moments of his mandate, characterized by a strong commitment in the field of solidarity and services focused, above all, on providing a contribution to the resumption of social and cultural activities connected to the post-flood phase.
Scipio de Leonardisin his inauguration, expressed his intention to continue the service activity according to the Rotary action plan, which will focus on promoting the culture of legality, with an eye on the younger generations, and the valorization of the Faenza area.
The new Board of Directors of the Rotary Club Faenza is composed as follows:
President: Scipio de Leonardis
Past President: Giuseppe Giba
Vice president: Sergio Gonelli
Secretary: Patrizio Console Camprini
Treasurer: Nicholas Cavina
Prefect: Giorgio Maria Cicognani
Advisors: Thomas Meinardi, Daniela Leopardi, Giacomo Bianchi, Mauro Cattani, Ugo Palara
Presidente Incoming A.R. 2025-2026: Alessandra Bentini
Scipio de Leonardisa retired State Police Director, boasts an extensive curriculum. Graduated in Law, with a license to practice as a Lawyer, he has held management roles in various police headquarters in Italy, managing offices in Sicily, Emilia Romagna, Marche, Piedmont, Lazio and Abruzzo.
In Faenza he directed the Police Station from 2007 to 2012, during which time the Office was transferred to the premises in via San Silvestro. In our province he held the position of Director of the Police Station of Lugo from 2000 to 2004 and, from 2012 to 2017, he directed the Anti-Crime Division of the Ravenna Police Headquarters.
In addition to his passion for his work, de Leonardis has always stood out for his social commitment. He is an Honorary Member of the ANPS (National Association of State Police) Section of Lugo, a member of the Board of Directors of the UNUCI (Retired Officers) Section of Lugo and a member of the Board of Directors of the “Goffredo Parise and Giosetta Fioroni” Foundation.
A mandate characterized by commitment and dedication, combining respect for the tradition of the Rotary Club of Faenza with innovation.
Under the expert guidance of Scipio de Leonardisil Rotary Club Faenza is ready to face new challenges and consolidate his role as a point of reference in the local community. His commitment, his passion and his deep knowledge of the territory will certainly be invaluable in carrying forward the founding values of Rotary and in realizing projects of great value for the city of Faenza.
