A Legacy of Leadership, Heritage & Reinvention: The Journey of Dora Travaglio

Professional Background

• I have spent more than 40 years supporting executives, managing complex priorities, and leading teams.
• My career has evolved from administrative roles into a strategic business partnership built on trust, sound judgment, and follow-through.
• I have managed corporate events and built a reputation for reliability, discretion, and getting things done with care.
• Being fluent in Italian allows me to stay connected to my heritage and bring that part of myself into my work and life.

Leadership and Influence

• I value trust, integrity, and setting a positive example in the way I show up for others.
• I believe behind-the-scenes leadership can have a meaningful impact on culture, decision-making, and the people around me.
• I want to encourage women to recognize the value of their contributions, use their voices, and support one another.

Cultural and Personal Impact

• My Italian heritage shapes my attention to detail, resourcefulness, and sense of hospitality.
• I grew up surrounded by family traditions, food, and community, and those experiences continue to influence the way I connect with and support others.

Creative and Future Goals

• In addition to publishing my first cookbook, Mangia Like an Italian, I founded Italia on a Plate as a way to preserve Italian recipes, family stories, and the traditions that shaped me.
• I plan to relaunch the platform and continue developing the idea of a memoir-cookbook that blends recipes, memories, and personal reflections.
• I see this next chapter as an opportunity for continued growth, reinvention, and sharing my experiences in a meaningful way.