Brussels – Italia Independent Group received the European Small and Mid-Cap Award 2104 in the category “Most Internationally-minded newcomer.” The award, in its second edition, recognized the excellent results of the company in terms of international market development, growth of profits and volumes. The award goes to Italia Independent Group for having developed a considerable presence abroad, a winning strategy, and seizing opportunities outside Italy. The award was collected by Lapo Elkann, Andrea Tessitore and Pietro Peligra during the official ceremony, held at the Albert Hall in Brussels, Belgium. Lapo Elkann, president of Italia Independent Group, said that the award “recognizes the work that our whole team has carried out in recent years to convey outside of Italy, Italian style and creativity through conceived and created ideas and products.”(9Colonne)