Chiara Carolina Donelli

Chiara Carolina Donelli is a Researcher at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Venice School of Management and the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage. Her work focuses on governance, sustainability in cultural sectors, healthcare management, and arts philanthropy. She holds a PhD in Economics and Management from the University of Ferrara (2019) and has expertise in qualitative methodologies and international collaborations. Donelli has held post-doctoral roles at the University of Parma and has extensive professional experience in arts management, including roles as Social Media Manager at Collezione Maramotti and project management for cultural initiatives.

Her research interests include collaborative governance in the arts, crisis management in healthcare, and cultural policy. Recent publications explore topics such as pandemic hospital management, crowdfunding in the arts, and philanthropy in Australian performing arts institutions. Donelli teaches courses on cultural economics and project management at the university level and has coordinated executive education programs for healthcare leaders. She is a member of SIDREA and UNESCO Emilia Romagna.

Donelli's work bridges academic research with practical applications, addressing challenges in cultural heritage management, healthcare systems, and urban policy. Her collaborative projects span Italy, Australia, and China, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to governance and innovation.