Luciano Gobbi The Community: a place to meet, debate and stimulate generosity With a double degree in Nuclear Engineering and Architecture, and an MBA from Bocconi in 1978, Luciano Gobbi is a multifaceted personality, distinguished by the inexhaustible enthusiasm that shines through in his words. He remembers his experience at Bocconi very fondly, describing it as an ‘unforgettable leap’ in his career. He recalls the drive for open-mindedness that the MBA provided through its multidisciplinary nature, team working, international reach and direct contact with companies. This experience also brought about a sense of gratitude towards Bocconi, which Luciano sums up in three big ‘Gs’: gratitude, generosity and gratuity. This last concept, gratuity, means a lot to him because it translates into the concrete possibility of offering many young people the opportunity to attend the University, regardless of their social and economic circumstances. He has been an anonymous donor for years, and opted to name a Bocconi Alumni Space on the New Campus: a friendly place to meet, share experiences and where everyone can feel at home. Luciano has been a highly active member of the Community for many years. “Being part of the great Bocconi Alumni Community”, he explains “isn’t just a sense of belonging and a way of staying connected to the university, it also means being able to meet up, share ideas and, above all, continue to learn.” “I believe in my Alma Mater and its projects to develop and invest in young people. It is important to keep supporting it and, in this respect, the Community is playing an increasingly important role, setting an example and fostering the generosity of Alumni.” Luciano Gobbi MBA 3, 1978