Donatello Piras is the moderator who takes every event to the next level. With over 1,600 events to his name across the Netherlands and abroad, he brings a unique combination of journalistic sharpness, content depth, and vibrant stage presence.

Whether it’s a panel discussion, high-level conference, roundtable or podcast, Donatello leads conversations with flair and focus. Always thoroughly prepared, he understands the goal, reads the room, and creates real connection with the audience. Fluent in Dutch, English, and Italian (and conversational in German and French), his style is dynamic, intelligent and professional – with just the right balance of humour and substance.

Donatello works with corporates, government agencies, NGOs, the education sector, and European institutions. He moves with ease across themes such as energy & climate, finance & tax, education, healthcare, law, politics, communication, innovation, and international trade.

He is also a radio, television and podcast presenter. Donatello hosts Koplopers in ESG on BNR Newsradio, presented Z in Zaken on RTL Z and Goed Nieuws Vandaag on Talpa TV, and co-created the popular Italië Podcast with journalist Eveline Rethmeier, with over 200 episodes published.

Donatello Piras is a frequent guest in Dutch media as a communication expert and Italy analyst. He comments on political speeches, public communication and debates, and offers insights into Italian current affairs – from elections to Formula 1. He has appeared on Op1, Jinek, RTL Nieuws, BEAU, BNR, NPO Radio 1 and more, and occasionally writes for Il Foglio or represents the Dutch Embassy in Rome.

Communication is his craft. With a background in strategic communications and debate, Donatello trains CEOs, politicians and professionals in persuasive speaking, media appearances and pitching. He is co-author of the bestselling management book Debatteren om te winnen (about the power of Persuasion) and teaches regularly at the University of Leiden, the Dutch Bar Association and the Dutch Association of Tax Advisors.

Booking Donatello means choosing energy, clarity and results.
Engaging, well-informed and always impactful.