09/09/2026
MEET THE BOARD: Gianna Perri, the newest addition to the Filitalia Denver Chapter Board, serving as our Communications & Social Media Chair!
➡️ Where is your family from in Italy?
Both sides of my family are from Calabria!
➡️ What made you want to join Filitalia?
I’ve always been passionate about Italian culture and about keeping our heritage and traditions relevant and alive for future generations. I was excited to find a fun, social, like-minded community where I could celebrate that heritage while connecting with others who share the same passion.
➡️ What does being Italian mean to you?
To me, being Italian means bringing passion—and sometimes a little attitude—to everything you do! It means Sundays are for family, gathering around the table, and, of course, delicious food. It means being proud of a culture rooted in family, respect, tradition, and an appreciation for the good things in life. Most of all, it means celebrating a beautiful language, a beautiful country, and a heritage that connects us to where we came from and to one another.
➡️ What do you hope to accomplish with Filitalia?
I hope to help grow the Denver Chapter and bring Denver’s Italian community together through culture, connection, and fun. I’d love to help create a stronger sense of community, welcome new faces, and find new ways to celebrate and share our Italian heritage. On a personal level, I’m excited to make new friendships, become more involved in the Italian-American community, and grow through my experience as an active board member.
Benvenuta, Gianna! 🇮🇹✨ We’re excited to have her creativity and passion on the board—and we can’t wait to see what she brings to the Denver Chapter!