About Us

Core is your trusted partner for M&A, corporate finance, and comprehensive business development services. We offer legal, fiscal, and organizational consulting, supporting every aspect of your business.

As an independent consultant, we focus on supporting companies interested in Central and Eastern European markets, particularly Poland, where we have operated since May 1994. Our mission is to build personalized relationships with clients, assisting them with every need. We prioritize understanding the specific requirements of your company, providing tailor-made support for your success.

With Core, you have a dedicated ally transforming your ambitions into reality through strategic solutions and an empathetic, professional approach.

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Companies supported
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Jobs created
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Success rate in projects submitted within Special Economic Zones (ZES)
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Projects approved under European Structural Funds from 2004 to date
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Investment projects in Special Economic Zones since 1998

CORE: Masters of Excellence

Core: Business Development and Management Consulting

Core: Track Record Since 1994

Management Team

Donato Di Gilio

Managing Partner and CEO

Born in Varese in 1962, Donato has built a solid and influential career in the international economic landscape. A graduate in Law from the University of Milan, he decided in 1992 to move to Poland, a country where he left an indelible mark by founding Core Sp. z o.o. in 1994. His entrepreneurial vision and ability to navigate complex markets have made him a key figure for over 30 years.

In 1996, Donato co-founded the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland, an institution that has promoted and strengthened economic ties between Italy and Poland. His leadership has been recognized through various prestigious roles: President of the Chamber from 2009 to 2013, Vice President of the Chamber Council from September 2015 to September 2017, and he currently leads the Study Center, contributing to research and strategic analysis for Italian companies in Poland.

An expert in internationalization and business development with a particular focus on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Donato has successfully supported over 300 companies – from start-ups to multinationals – in their investment and growth processes in Poland. His expertise in the field has enabled him to hold key positions within the boards of directors of client companies, where he continues to positively influence business strategies.

Multilingual, Donato not only speaks fluent Italian but also English, Polish, and French, thus facilitating international communication and collaboration. His ability to adapt to different cultural and linguistic contexts has been a cornerstone of his professional success.

With a combination of legal knowledge, entrepreneurial experience, and a global network of contacts, Donato represents an essential bridge between Italy and Poland. His dedication and continuous commitment to promoting economic development and investment opportunities make Donato an indispensable figure in the world of international business.

Piero Cannas

Partner

Graduated in Hydraulic Civil Engineering from the University of Cagliari and holding a PhD in Environmental Engineering, Piero combines technical expertise with a strategic vision, promoting innovative and sustainable solutions. Multilingual, he is fluent in Italian and English, facilitating international collaborations.

Since 2013, Piero has been the President of the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland, a role that reflects his commitment to economic integration between Italy and Poland. With a solid career in business consulting, he has specialized in Organization, Internationalization, and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), guiding companies toward successful achievements.

Thanks to the combination of technical expertise and leadership, Piero is a reference point in international business consulting, contributing to growth and innovation in an evolving global market.

Iwona Remigier-Banasiak

Administrative and Financial Director

Graduated from the Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering at the Warsaw University of Technology, with postgraduate studies at the Higher School of Management and Marketing in Warsaw.
She has been collaborating with Core since April 1997, where she currently holds the position of CFO and simultaneously acts as the company’s attorney-in-fact.
Since 1996, she has been active in the non-profit association AVSI Polska, for which she has implemented numerous assistance projects.
She has extensive experience in the implementation of restructuring projects, due diligence, business plan preparation, management process support, and consulting on companies’ operational activities.
She is fluent in Italian and English.

Joanna von Boetticher

Lawyer

A lawyer registered with the Warsaw Bar Association and the Rome Bar Association.
She graduated with excellent results from the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw and was an Erasmus scholar at the Faculty of Law at the University of Parma.
She has also completed the School of Italian Law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Warsaw.
Fluent in Italian, English, and Polish.
She specializes in commercial law, construction law, and provides consultancy in M&A transactions and due diligence.

Stefano Moroncelli

Director, EU Finance Department

Director of the International Department for European Funding, specializing in Eastern Europe Funds, facilitated finance, and the design of European Union tenders. He is an international expert in EU policies.
His responsibilities include:

  • Preparation of reports on selected funding opportunities,
  • Development of financing projects, including business plans,
  • Support in the collection and preparation of necessary materials,
  • Building partnership networks, including between entities in different regions or countries.

He is a speaker and evaluator at conferences and international bodies of the European Commission.
Master’s degree in European Studies (M.A.): EU law, policies, and economics from the University of Siena and the Jagiellonian University in Krakow.
Languages: English, Polish, Spanish, French.
Citizenship: Italian-Polish.

Marek Soszyński

Project Manager – Senior Analyst

Born in 1964 in Węgrów, he graduated from the Faculty of Electronics at the Warsaw University of Technology in 1988. In 1994, he earned a Master’s degree in Communication and Marketing through the Publitalia postgraduate program of the Fininvest Group in Milan.
Since 1998, he has been collaborating with Italian companies and organizations in Poland.
At the consulting company Core Sp. z o.o., he prepares market studies, analyses and reports, applications for European and national funding, and manages investment projects, economic missions, and personnel recruitment.
Since 2016, he has been collaborating with the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Poland, contributing to the mini think-tank analytical Center for Studies.
Since 2008, he has been Vice President of the AVSI Polska association, responsible for preparing funding applications, managing, and reporting on European and national projects.
He is fluent in Italian and English.

Jolanta Hacia

Chief Accountant

Specialization and Experience
For over 15 years, she has been involved in accounting and taxation, with a particular focus on companies with foreign capital. Her experience includes:

  • Management of international transactions.
  • Accounting for companies operating in Special Economic Zones.
  • Accounting management for companies utilizing EU structural funds.

Qualifications and Memberships

  • Accounting certificate issued by the Ministry of Finance.
  • Member of the Association of Accountants in Poland.

Education
Master’s degree in Economics, specialization in Finance and Accounting.

Foreign Language Skills: Italian (fluent), English (advanced).

Videos

Gala for the 20th Anniversary of the CCIIP

On November 30, 2016, we celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland. The gala was a great success and highlighted the significance of the Italian presence in the Polish market. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors for their generosity and support in organizing this grand Italian celebration!

20th Anniversary of Core’s Foundation

An event celebrating the 20th anniversary of Core’s foundation, with over 200 participants, including the Italian Ambassador and the President of the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland – July 2014.

20 years of Core