Case study:

Next Generation Fest

4 years of growth to shape the future of the youth

Partnering with Giovanisì – Regione Toscana, we built an event that grew into a
national landmark for the new generations, evolving year after year

for

Background

Client:

Giovanisì, the project launched by the Tuscany Regional Government to support young people’s independence and autonomy.

The challenge:

In 2022, the ambition was to create an event from scratch capable of speaking the language of younger generations, combining learning, inspiration, and networking. The goal was to develop a proprietary format that could evolve over time, attract partners, and establish itself as a must-attend event for young people.

Dual objective:

Launch a completely new event while creating an immersive experience capable of bringing together a diverse ecosystem of startups, companies, investors, universities, and policymakers.

Design & Development:

From concept development to coordination and execution: a strategic journey carried out over 2 months.

giovanisi
Digital ticketing ibrida Web App
Digital ticketing ibrida Web App

Seamless check-in system and digital badge generation.

Concept & Format
Concept & Format

We developed the event concept and format from scratch, creating a flexible and engaging experience for young generations.

Visual branding
Visual branding

We created a distinctive visual identity to give the event a strong and recognisable personality.

Talent recruitment
Talent recruitment

We selected and coordinated speakers and talents to bring relevant voices and fresh perspectives to the event.

Show Direction & Program
Show Direction & Program

We designed the program and show flow, combining talks, performances, and interactive moments.

Coordination & Management
Coordination & Management

We coordinated teams, partners, and suppliers throughout the entire project.

Our Solution:
a strategic project year after year

We partnered with Giovanisì on a long-term basis, co-creating the project at every stage — from naming and concept development to full-scale production.
2022
The Birth of the Format
  • Concept development, naming, and brand identity.

  • Format featuring talks, panels, and performances.

  • 60+ guests including creators, artists, and professionals.

  • Show direction, production, communication, and the ibrida.io platform for registration and streaming.
    Result: 5,000 participants at launch.

2023
Consolidation & Growth
  • Strengthened artistic direction and show direction.

  • Supplier coordination and event management.

  • Enhanced communication through social media campaigns.

  • Updated graphic concept for the 75th anniversary of the Italian Constitution.

    Result: 8,000 young participants.

2024
Visual impact & Interaction
  • Introduction of videomapping and dedicated show direction.

  • Graphic concept inspired by the 35th anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall.

  • Live interaction through the 2ndStage platform, including quizzes and selfie walls.

    Result: 18,000 participants, establishing the festival as one of the largest of its kind in Italy.

2025
Maturity & Recognition
  • Format and graphic concept evolution.

  • Full management of production, show direction, speakers, and exhibition area.

  • Enhanced audience interaction and engagement.

    Result: 20,000 participants, establishing the event as a nationally recognised festival.

Venue & Experience Design
  • Venue:

    Teatro del Maggio Fiorentino, transformed into a meeting place connecting young people with artists and personalities from the digital, television, and cultural worlds.

Our team

The Search On professionals involved in bringing the event to life.
Lisa Battaglia
Lisa
Battaglia
Project & Event Manager
Giulia Recchi
Giulia
Recchi
Project & Event Manager
Sara Vaccari
Sara
Vaccari
Event Manager
Michela Lombardo
Michela
Lombardo
Social Media Manager
Cristina Cambiucci
Cristina
Cambiucci
Press Officer
Tommaso Ruggieri
Tommaso
Ruggieri
Public Affairs Manager
Vito Esposito
Vito
Esposito
Head of Global Partnerships
Marco Lotito
Marco
Lotito
Innovation Manager
DomenicoCastaldo
Domenico
Castaldo
Junior Innovation Manager
Andrea Dragotta
Andrea
Dragotta
Head of Development
MicheleManzo
Michele
Manzo
Exhibition Designer
Mathiz Priori
Mathiz
Priori
Web Master
Stefano Sabia
Stefano
Sabia
Web Master
Alessandro Lugoboni
Alessandro
Lugoboni
Visual Designer
PasqualeMartinelli
Pasquale
Martinelli
Graphic Designer
Viviana Chiarenza
Viviana
Chiarenza
Sales Manager
Alessandro Chelli
Alessandro
Chelli
Sales Manager
Davide Natali
Davide
Natali
Videomaker
Sebastiano Tabucchi
Sebastiano
Tabucchi
Videomaker
Damiano Chehab
Damiano
Chehab
Customer Care Specialist

Numbers of success

An event that exceeded expectations and established Next Bite as a must-attend event for the European Food Tech community.

51,000+ participants

overall

240+ guests

high-profile speakers and guests

+300% growth

since launch

13h of live streaming

2024 edition

20+ media partners

involved

Why it
worked

Long-Term partnership

Full synergy with the client.

Strategic & Creative approach

A format that stays relevant and innovative.

360° Expertise

Integrated management of events, production, communication, and technology.

Constant evolution

Continuous concept development through new technologies and themes.

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