THE TRANSFORMATIVE VALUE OF ETHICAL CONSULTING
Competence. Responsibility. Future.
Rome, 20 March 2026
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM (UTC+1) and 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (UTC)
We are experiencing a period of profound transformation. Economic, environmental, social and technological transitions require all stakeholders—businesses, institutions, professionals, universities and the financial sector—to reassess how value is created. Growth alone is no longer sufficient; it must be pursued responsibly, with a view to building a sustainable future for individuals, communities and territories.
Within this context, management consulting represents far more than a professional service: it constitutes a strategic intangible infrastructure for the country. Through qualified expertise and a strong ethical orientation, consulting supports organizations in navigating complexity, making informed decisions and managing change with long-term vision.
APCO, a member of ICMCI, the international federation uniting management consulting associations from over 50 countries, promotes in Italy internationally recognized standards of professional excellence. The CMC® (Certified Management Consultant) certification ensures that Italian management consultants operate in accordance with principles and criteria shared across the global consulting community.
The transformative value of ethical consulting becomes evident when competence and responsibility converge to generate tangible and lasting change. Ethical consulting supports organizations in pursuing a model of “sustainable and meaningful growth” that integrates economic performance, environmental and social sustainability, and respect for human dignity. In this context, the ethical consultant acts as a catalyst for purpose, a facilitator of inclusive organizational cultures, and a guarantor of coherence between declared values and operational practices.
The quality and credibility of consulting are grounded in rigorous training, continuous professional development and a sustained commitment to excellence. Education and ongoing learning represent the cornerstone of professional reliability, ensuring that every consulting engagement is underpinned by solid knowledge, validated methodologies and adequate preparation to address the complex challenges faced by public and private organizations.
The 4th National Conference on Management Consulting is grounded in this shared understanding. It aims to create a space for open and constructive dialogue among all stakeholders within the economic and social system, fostering a collective reflection on the value of consulting when driven by competence, ethics and responsibility towards the common good. Meaningful, inclusive and lasting progress can only be achieved through coordinated action between public and private stakeholders.
Training is the foundation upon which trust is built. Qualified competence represents the assurance offered to the country. Ethics defines the direction of our collective action. Together, these elements position management consulting as a strategic asset for Italy’s sustainable development.
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The conference sessions are in Italian, however the session of Nicholas Warn, ICMCI Chair, will be in English and its details are as follows:
INTERNATIONAL DIALOGUE
Management consulting in the global context
Dialogue between:
Nick Warn - CMC®, President ICMCI
Francesco D'Aprile - CMC®, Past President APCO and ICMCI