Speaking
at the World Yacht Racing Forum 2008
Riccardo Simoneschi
Consultant to Audi Sailing
Born in Genova Italy
Living in Milano
Studies: Economy at University of Genova
Working Experiences:
- AD of Simbroker insurance broker firm specialized in third party liability for professionals
- President and CEO of b-plan sports & events , sport marketing firm specialized in sailing and other elite sports
- 14 yrs consultant of AUDI for sailing
Sailing Experience:
- Italian, European and World Champion Sailor in different classes
- Currently helming the "AUDI powered by Q8" TP52 in the AUDI MEDCUP and Melges 24
Political career in sport:
- Currently VP of the ISAF Equipment Committee
- International VP of the Melges 24 Class Association
- Member of the board of director of Yacht Club Porto Rotondo
- Member of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
- Former International President of the International Star Class Yacht racing Association and member of the board of directors of Yacht Club Italiano.
Speaking at World Yacht Racing Forum 2008:
- Rod Carr OBE. CEO of Royal Yacht Association
- Mark Turner. CEO, OC Group
- Keith Mills. CEO TEAM ORIGIN
- Riccardo Simoneschi. Consultant to Audi Sailing
- Allesandra Panarese. Legal Advisor to AC Challengers Commission
- Marcus Hutchinson. Communications Director Volvo Ocean Race Circuit
- Tim Coventry Freelance Consultant
- Paul Strzelecki. Joint Chief Executive, Henri Lloyd
