Francesco Abbatescianni

Executive Strategy Director, Pagés BBDO, Dominican Republic

Francesco Abbatescianni – Summa Cum Laude graduate in Law and Master's degree in Marketing and Communication­ – has been working since over 30 years in journalism, communication, consulting, marketing, and advertising.

With experience at McCann and Leo Burnett Italia, Francesco moved to the Dominican Republic in 2010 and joined Pagés BBDO, where he is currently Executive Strategy Director, developing with his team brand studies, strategies, communication plans, and consulting projects for local and international clients.

Throughout his career, Francesco has worked with brands such as Unilever, De Beers, Telecom Italia, Procter & Gamble, Shell, Poste Italiane, Brugal, Claro, Volkswagen, Pepsi, Barrick, and Johnnie Walker.

Winner of several international awards (including Cannes Lions and Effie), Francesco Abbatescianni is a keynote speaker and teacher of strategy and branding. He has served as a jury member for prestigious competitions, including the Effie Latinoamérica and Effie Dominican Republic.