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Milano Cortina 2026 – Webinar

Mar 26, 2026 - 12h 00m
public, online

From Lausanne to the Olympic Games: How AISTS Alumni shaped Milano Cortina 2026

Thursday 26 March 2026 – 12 PM (CET)
PUBLIC, ONLINE WEBINAR

The journey from the AISTS classroom to the Olympic Games is one few get to experience firsthand. Join us for an exclusive webinar about Milano Cortina 2026, where our alumni will share their experiences and insights from working at the heart of one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events.


Webinar agenda:

  1. Welcome & IntroductionGuilhem Serre, Webinar Moderator
  2. Alumni panel discussion – Our panelists will share their journeys from the AISTS MAS to their current roles in the Olympic movement, discussing career paths, key experiences, and insights from working on the Olympic Games.
  3. Live Q&A – Ask your questions directly to the panelists
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Guilhem Serre,
Webinar Moderator



Meet the panelists

Miriam Cernigliaro,
Stakeholder Services Coordinator & Venue Manager, Milano Cortina 2026 Organising Committee
Carolina Gillespie,
Main Operations Centre and C3 Manager, Milano Cortina 2026 Organising Committee
Jiao Li,
Chief of Commercial and Marketing, International Skating Union
Robert Sheppard,
Head of Multisport Services PMO, Swiss Timing Ltd, OMEGA Timing

What you will learn

During this 45-minute session, the panel will share:

  • Their individual journeys to AISTS and the MAS programme
  • The transition from academia to the Olympic Movement
  • Insights from working on one of the largest international sport events
  • Practical advice for those aiming for a career in global sport

Why attend

This webinar is an exceptional opportunity to see how the AISTS Master of Advanced Studies in Sport Management and Technology equips graduates with the skills, knowledge, and network needed to excel in international sport. Whether you are considering joining the programme or are simply curious about a career in the Olympic environment, this session will provide actionable insights and inspiration from alumni who have successfully made this transition.


About the AISTS Master of Advanced Studies

The AISTS Master of Advanced Studies in Sport Management and Technology prepares the next generation of leaders in international sport.

Endorsed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and co-signed by EPFL, UNIL, and UNIGE, the programme is based in Lausanne, the Olympic Capital. Over 15 months of full-time study, participants engage in a multidisciplinary curriculum that combines academic excellence with practical, industry-led learning.

The programme covers key areas essential to sport leadership, including: Management, Technology, Law, Medicine and Sociology. The curriculum is continuously updated to meet the evolving needs of the sport industry, guided by a scientific committee to ensure both relevance and rigour.

Learn more about the Master of Advanced Studies

Watch the replay of the Milano Cortina 2026 Webinar