Francesco Vena
Vice President & Editorial Lead
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Biography
Francesco Vena, born in 2004, is an Economics student at the University of Padua with a strong interest in entrepreneurship, innovation, and international economic and geopolitical developments. Curious and committed to continuous learning, he actively seeks new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
As Vice President and Head of Editorial at Economics Network, he contributes to the development of the community and the network’s content and initiatives. In 2026, he participated in National Model United Nations (NMUN) in New York, receiving the Best Position Paper Award. This experience strengthened his interest in international relations and discussions on global issues.
He has also gained professional experience in Procurement at Seingim Global Service and has long been involved in his family’s business, developing a practical understanding of entrepreneurship and business management.
Outside his academic and professional activities, he enjoys running, reading, and travelling as ways to discover new perspectives and nurture his curiosity.
Awards and Recognition
First placeStartup Generation Challenge 20269 October 2026First place with the Economics Network team at the RelazionEXPO challenge in Verona.View the award
Third placeEssilorLuxottica Universe10 September 2026Third place in the business game of the day organised by EssilorLuxottica with Next Leaders in Milan.View the award
NMUN New York 20264–12 April 2026Award for the EN delegation's position paper at NMUN New York, Conference B.View the award