Lucia Montanarella

Lucia Montanarella is the Media Operations Director for the International Olympic Committee, tasked with addressing the unique challenges posed by the dispersed nature of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. With venues spread across a vast area of over 22,000 square kilometers, Montanarella's role is crucial in ensuring that approximately 3,000 registered journalists have access to the necessary resources and infrastructure to report effectively on the Games. She has implemented innovative solutions, including remote press conferences and streaming services, to facilitate coverage and support even small media outlets in overcoming geographical barriers.