International Banking & Finance

GA-Alliance

GA-Alliance’s International Focus Group on Banking and Finance comprises a team of experts spanning different jurisdictions, with direct connections to all global regulators and financial institutions. Thanks to our close collaboration with the European Commission, we provide specialised banking advice, actively contributing to shaping policies and regulations that define the European financial landscape.

We take pride in offering support to a wide range of clients, including investment funds, financial institutions and corporations. From simple lending to the structuring of complex financial instruments, we ensure assistance for an efficient and regulatory-compliant management, tailored to every client need.

 

With professionals located in the world’s major financial hubs, we are able to offer global and localised support that meets the specific needs of clients anywhere in the world. Our international presence and strong relationships with financial authorities enable us to provide cutting-edge advice aligned with the latest regulatory developments and industry best practices.

Focus Group

Through the sharing of knowledge and best practices, international focus groups allow us to maximise our multi-jurisdictional expertise, providing high-quality advice to our clients on a global scale. These groups provide a collaborative and stimulating environment where innovative ideas can flourish and creative solutions can be developed, allowing the GA-Alliance to remain at the forefront of the international legal landscape.

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Eventi

Milan, May 27 2026

SPORT E FINANZA: Trasparenza, governance e asset infrastrutturali nell’industria dello sport

SPORT E FINANZA: Trasparenza, governance e asset infrastrutturali nell’industria dello sport
27 maggio 2026, ore 16:30
GA-Alliance | Global legal&tax Advisor - Corso Europa 12, Milano


L’industria dello Sport rappresenta oggi un asset centrale dell’economia nazionale, capace di generare l’1,5% del PIL e di attrarre importanti capitali internazionali. Tuttavia, la competitività in un mercato globale richiede un delicato equilibrio tra crescita economica, sostenibilità e trasparenza legislativa.

Il workshop di GA-Alliance offre un'analisi tecnica e strategica sui nuovi scenari del settore, partendo dall'impatto dei controlli esterni — come la neonata Commissione Indipendente statale e i vincoli UEFA sul Salary Cap — fino alla gestione virtuosa di asset complessi come i diritti TV, il trading e le plusvalenze. In questo contesto, la finanza sportiva e il corretto accesso al credito diventano leve fondamentali per colmare il gap infrastrutturale e realizzare impianti moderni, capaci di generare valore nel tempo.

Il dibattito analizzerà il passaggio storico dai controlli interni federali a un sistema di vigilanza indipendente, approfondendo i modelli di business necessari a garantire stabilità al professionismo, ma anche a realtà in forte ascesa organizzativa del settore dilettantistico. Un appuntamento per istituzioni, club e investitori, finalizzato a tracciare la rotta dello Sport Business tra legalità, sviluppo e competitività globale.

  • Francesco Sciaudone, Managing Partner, GA-Alliance
  • Massimiliano Atelli, Presidente, Commissione Indipendente Vigilanza Società Sportive
  • Luca Bergamini, Membro del Consiglio di amministrazione, Bologna F.C.
  • Andrea Bernardelli, Segretario Generale, Torino F.C.
  • Stefano Campoccia, Consigliere Federale, F.I.G.C.; Vice Presidente, Udinese Calcio
  • Marco Canigiani, Director Marketing Sponsorship Events & Rights, S.S. Lazio
  • Alessandra Di Legge, Specialista Giuridico, Dipartimento Affari Giuridici e Legislativi Presidenza del Consiglio
  • Mauro Fabris, Presidente, Lega Pallavolo Femminile Serie A
  • Daniele Muscarà, General Counsel, Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A
  • Beniamino Quintieri, Presidente, Istituto Credito Sportivo
  • Cristiano Cerchiai, Partner, GA Alliance; Presidente, Federazione Italiana Golf
  • Enrico Lubrano, Of Counsel, GA Alliance; Diritto dello Sport Università LUISS Guido Carli
  • Ezio Simonelli, Of Counsel, GA Alliance; Presidente, Lega Calcio Serie A
  • Francesco Urraro, Of Counsel, GA Alliance; Vice Presidente, Consiglio di Presidenza Consiglio di Stato
  • Moderatore: Luciano Mondellini, Direttore, Calcio e Finanza

Data: 27 Maggio 2026
Orario:
- 16:30
| Registrazione e Welcome Coffee
- 17:00 | Inizio Lavori
- 19:00 | Conclusione e Light Cocktail
Luogo: Sede GA-Alliance | Global legal&tax Advisor - Corso Europa 12, Milano


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Events

Rome, Feb 27 2026

Basket Bond Regione Lazio — our workshop in Rome

The workshop “Basket Bond Regione Lazio: Beyond Traditional Credit”, hosted last week at GA‑Alliance’s Rome office, turned discussion into a practical roadmap for local SMEs. Technical presentations, real‑world case studies and a roundtable with institutional representatives and market participants demonstrated how the Basket Bond can become a tangible instrument to finance growth, internationalisation and financial consolidation.

Why the Basket Bond matters for SMEs

  • Access to long‑term capital — The Basket Bond enables companies to secure financing with longer maturities than traditional bank loans.
  • Diversification of funding sources — Collective issuances allow SMEs to reduce reliance on bank credit and attract institutional investors.
  • Strengthening governance and reputation — Participation in an issuance requires transparency and standardisation, which improve corporate governance and market perception.

How it works in practice

  • Securitisation and public guarantee — Technical sessions explained how securitisation converts receivables into tradable securities and how public guarantees mitigate risk, making the securities more attractive to institutional investors.
  • Stable returns and mitigated risk — The combination of structure, rating and guarantees delivers a risk/return profile aligned with professional investors’ requirements.
  • Practical examples — Case studies illustrated pricing, maturities and placement mechanisms.

The operational role of arrangers

  • Key arrangers — CDP, Mediocredito Centrale, Banca Finint and Banca Finnat Euramerica outlined the essential operational steps: structuring the issuance, setting pricing, market placement and post‑issuance management.
  • Arrangers’ added value — Their experience is crucial to translate corporate needs into effective financial solutions and to secure market success.

Testimonials and value for companies

  • Support for growth plans — Participant testimonies highlighted how the Basket Bond model can finance productive investments and international expansion projects.
  • Operational Q&A — Questions from attendees clarified practical aspects for SMEs: eligibility requirements, impact on financial structure and implementation timelines.

GA‑Alliance’s role as Legal & Tax Advisor

Francesco Sciaudone, Managing Partner of GA‑Alliance, described the legal role of arrangers and the firm’s contribution in supporting issuances. With experience in approximately 200 issuances, GA‑Alliance emphasised the importance of specialised legal support to manage contractual complexity, compliance and relationships with institutional investors.

Roundtable speakers and principal contributors

  • Francesco Sciaudone — Managing Partner, GA‑Alliance
  • Roberta Angelìlli — Vice President, Regione Lazio
  • Giulio Bastia — Co‑General Manager, Banca Finnat Euramerica
  • Giuseppe Biazzo — President, Unindustria Roma – Frosinone – Latina – Rieti – Viterbo
  • Angelo Camilli — Vice President Credit, Finance and Tax, Confindustria
  • Vincenzo Paolo Carbonara — Head of Alternative Finance, CDP
  • Toni Ciolfi — Councillor, Ordine dei Commercialisti di Roma
  • Lorenzo Coletta — Head of Minibond and Basket Bond, Mediocredito Centrale
  • Massimo Fabiano — Head of Business Development Corporate Debt, Banca Finint
  • Andrea Martina — Partner, GA‑Alliance
  • Giovanni Sabatini — Senior Advisor, GA‑Alliance
  • Fabrizio Sadun — Head of Public Affairs Italy, GA‑Alliance
  • Paola Sepe — Counsel, GA‑Alliance

Key takeaways

  • The Basket Bond is a practical solution for SMEs seeking medium‑ to long‑term capital while retaining flexibility.
  • Structure and public guarantees make the securities more attractive to institutional investors.
  • An experienced arranger and specialised legal counsel are decisive factors for a successful issuance.

We thank the speakers and the nearly 100 participants for a substantive, action‑oriented discussion that laid the groundwork for new financing opportunities across the Lazio region.

 

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