JCU Trustee Arabnia Receives Prestigious "Spiga d'Oro" Award

Dr. Ali Reza Arabnia

John Cabot University Trustee Dr. Ali Reza Arabnia was awarded the Spiga d’Oro 2012, a prize that is given each year by the northern Italian city of Cinisello Balsamo to individuals or companies that distinguish themselves by their human solidarity and contributions to society. According to the award website, “Dr. Arabnia has managed to imbue his company with the culture of innovation, the excellence of technology, openness toward international markets, and respect for work and workers. He is an innovator who also works for the local community, since he considers the company a fundamental motor for economic and social development. “Dr. Arabnia’s company, Geico S.p.A, located in Cinisello Balsamo, specializes in turnkey original coating systems and plants for the vehicle industry.