

Marco Nannini - Event Organiser
Marco Nannini is a sailor, writer and consultant in marketing and communication with a financial background.
“I know the commitment it takes to undertake a round the world sailing project. I experienced the sense of achievement it brings and the sacrifice it takes. I never underestimated the risks involved, i learnt the importance of mitigating and managing them. I wish to provide a safe and budget friendly event to achieve a dream that many sailors have.“
- Director “Training Centre for Offshore Sailing” – 2013 to 2018;
- Author Dalla banca all’oceano Longanesi – 2015;
- Medal for Merit – Presidency of the Senate, Italy 2013;
- Sailor of the Year, Italy 2012;
- Global Ocean Race 2011/2012 – Competitor, Class 40, 2nd Overall;
- Route du Rhum 2010 – Competitor, Class40, 27th/45;
- Round Britain and Ireland – Competitor, Class40, 2nd Overall;
- OSTAR 2009 – Competitor IRC3, 1st Place;
- Risk Manager – UniCredit – 2006 to 2011;
- Business Analyst – Finance – 2000 to 2006;
- 1st Class Hons Degree in Economics and Finance – University of York, Class 2000;