I am a scholar of public administration and cultural policy, with distinct but complementary research agendas in each field. 

In public administration, my work investigates how implementation processes unfold across different governance settings. Drawing on empirical studies in Italy, I have demonstrated that implementation outcomes hinge on public leaders’ discretionary capacity, context-sensitive leadership styles, and ability to manage emotional dynamics. I have examined how leadership functions within bureaucracies, collaborative networks, and emergency response systems—particularly during the COVID-19 crisis—highlighting patterns such as bureaucratic managerialism and the role of emotional energy in sustaining action under pressure. 

In cultural policy, I analyze how hybrid governance models—situated between public and private sectors—function as mechanisms for policy delivery, particularly in Italy’s institutional context. I also explore the increasing role of private philanthropy and corporate involvement, including artification processes, and examine how institutions design tools to reduce barriers to participation and foster greater inclusion.