Pragma Congress
Palermo 2026
08-12 November
Hosted by Galante Consulting
Building relationships, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of our network.
Join us in Palermo, Italy for the next Pragma International Congress.
What, where and when.
Meet us in Palermo (Italy)
Agenda
SUNDAY 08
19:00 - 21:30
Welcome Cocktail
Vino Veritas
MONDAY 09
10:00 - 10:40
Pragma 25th Anniversary
Matt Epstein, Gilberto Gelosa, Giovanni Galante, Nicolò La Barbera, Carolina Varchi and Dario Greco
10:45 - 11:45
Block 1: Firms Presentation and Speed Networking
12:15 - 13:00
From Confiscated Businesses to the Legal Economy: A Path to Renewal
Avv. Chinnici and Senatore Raul Russo
Coffee Break
13:00 - 14:30
Lunch
15:00 - 16:00
Block 2: Financial Evolution & Sustainability
17:00 - 23:00
Gala Dinner
Villa Igiea
TUESDAY 10
10:00 - 11:00
Changes in Labor Law and Immigrant Workers
Jon Hiatt and Gianfranco Di Garbo
11:00 - 12:00
Block 3: Monetizing Content
12:00 - 14:30
Cooking Class + Lunch
14:30 - 15:30
AI Without a Biglaw Budget
Meg Evans & AI Working Group Managers
10:00 - 11:00
GSM: 2027 Action Plan
Coffee Break
11:30 - 12:30
GSM: Board Renewal
15:30 - 18:00
Palermo Walking Tour
20:00 - 23:00
Dinner
Ristorante Corona
WEDNESDAY 11
13:00 - 14:30
Lunch
Enoteca Buonivini
15:00 - 20:00
Palazzo Butera & Monreale
Private visit and concert in Monreale
20:30 - 23:00
Dinner
Enjoy Palermo on your own!
THUSRDAY 12
Mozia Island & Wine Tasting Experience
The Venue
Hotel Palazzo Liberty
One of the expressions of Art Nouveau in Palermo, Palazzo Liberty Unique Hotel is in one of the most important and symbolic streets of the city, near the Teatro Massimo of the Salinas Museum, in the center of culture and shopping. The ideal hotel for those who want to enjoy a holiday in Palermo, in the name of style and sophisticated particularity.
The eclectic style of the building has been designed as the perfect setting for breakfast, a wellness experience enriched by the presence of some organic and Km0 foods produced by our sicilian organic farm: Canalotto Farm.
The Gala Dinner
Set against the timeless elegance of Villa Igiea, our Gala Dinner promises an unforgettable evening where history, sophistication, and Sicilian charm come together. Once a noble residence and now a prestigious luxury hotel overlooking the Gulf of Palermo, Villa Igiea embodies the grandeur of the Belle Époque with its refined architecture, lush gardens, and breathtaking sea views.
Guests will be welcomed on the Terrazza Mare e Fontana with a delightful aperitif, featuring a choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktails, sparkling bubbles, and a selection of refined dry snacks, all set against the enchanting backdrop of the sea. The evening will then continue in the exclusive Sala Belle Époque, reserved entirely for our group, where an elegant atmosphere and timeless décor will frame a truly memorable dining experience.
Optional Thursday Extension
Mozia Island
For those interested, we are organizing an optional extension on Thursday to Mozia Island (Isola di Mozia), a fascinating Phoenician archaeological site near Palermo.
The day would include:
Archaeological visit
Lunch
Winery experience
This would require one additional night, so it is not currently included in the Congress Pass to be. If we see strong interest from members, we may integrate it into the official program.
The hosting firm
Galante Consulting
Galante Consulting was established in 1996 by Dr. Giovanni Galante. It draws on the skills and experience of professionals in both economic and legal subjects, offering its clients integrated consultancy services.
The team is able to provide Clients with a personalised, high quality and highly flexible service, in a national context characterised by the continuous evolution of the legislative and fiscal system and in an international context of increasing globalisation of commercial and industrial relations.
Galante Consulting is coordinated by Giovanni Galante and supported by a highly qualified team of professionals. Specialisation, availability, efficiency, continuous training and confidentiality are the principles that have always distinguished Galante Consulting.