developing long-lasting relationships. Avallone is a person who has clear objectives. Working with him is exciting. We always manage to carry on the work with a smile. Participating in the chapter is one of the most exciting things that I have ever done. We look forward to what we can accomplish in the future. " Avallone (third from right) with students from Sapienza University on a visit to Rome's Metro C construction site Chapter activities include technical discussions and, very importantly, site visits where students can see engineering designs for deep foundations and deep soil mixing being implemented in the construction process. He also feels that it is important that students have a chance to observe the wide range of specialized equipment being employed. He hopes to have the chapter members visit DFI member Soilmec's manufacturing facility. There they will be able to see equipment being assembled as well as view the variety of machines designed and manufactured for almost every aspect of deep foundation construction. When it comes to the success of the chapter, Officer Matteo Tessitori puts it this way, " The meetings are especially useful for exchanging information and new ideas, meeting new colleagues and A Man With Many Interests In addition to all we have shared about Avallone's " professional life " we must let you know that he has passionate interests beyond engineering. He is an avid athlete participating in football (soccer for Americans), basketball, alpine skiing as well as traveling extensively throughout Italy's beautiful locations. His work, coupled with his other interests, provides him with the opportunity to live a full and balanced life in a country that he loves. 80 * DEEP FOUNDATIONS * MAY/JUNE 2022https://bit.ly/3rgsOaO