UNICO National, the largest Italian American service organization in the United States, is bringing the spirit of Eccellenza Italiana to Fort Lauderdale this week as it kicks off its 102nd Annual Convention-a vibrant celebration of culture, service, and leadership. The highly anticipated highlight: the Italian American Awards Gala this Saturday, August 2, proudly sponsored by Ellavoz Impact Capital and hosted by ESPN's charismatic NFL National Correspondent, Sal Paolantonio.

This red-carpet affair will shine a spotlight on two extraordinary Italian American leaders: Florida State Senator Jason Pizzo, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Public Service Leadership, and Fred Voccola, tech trailblazer and Vice Chairman of Kaseya, who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for Business Leadership.