Carlo Santoro
International Faculty and Scholar Adviser, J-1 Visas
Carlo Santoro graduated from Rutgers with a bachelor's in Italian and furthered his studies of Italian at Rutgers in the graduate program. Santoro has a very diverse background that includes experience in advertising and public relations, trade promotion, government relations, and business development, among others. Previously, he was the deputy secretary general of Italy-America Chamber of Commerce, Inc. in New York; there, Santoro launched the organization’s successful J-1 Exchange Visitor Trainee Program and was its designated responsible officer, overseeing its implementation, management, and program growth. He was responsible for providing immigration counseling and advice to students and trainees, assuring positive and successful experiences and outcomes. He is also credited with cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with U.S. government agencies—such as USCIS, the State Department, and the Italian embassy and consular office—and with colleagues at other sponsoring organizations and schools to assure the effective functioning of the visa programs.
His career highlights include his role in establishing the US subsidiary of a European renewable energy company where his responsibilities included business development, public relations, and outreach with universities and research institutes. As an independent consultant, Santoro has served clients in diverse fields including immigration law, food and wine industries, manufacturing, import/export, chemicals, and construction.
He advises international faculty and scholars on matters pertaining to J-1 nonimmigrant status.
Languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish