VALUES
Totally Imported is distinguished by its constant commitment to innovation. We are always looking for the latest technologies and methodologies in the industry to continuously improve our processes and services, offering cutting-edge solutions.
We believe deeply in the power of teamwork and strategic partnerships. We collaborate closely with customers, partners and colleagues to achieve common goals. We believe that synergistic collaboration and knowledge sharing are critical to success, enabling us to create innovative and impactful solutions.
We promote an inclusive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued and everyone’s opinions are considered. We are committed to treating each person with dignity and respect, creating a positive and welcoming corporate culture that values individuality and promotes the well-being of all the members of the team
The success of our clients is our main goal. We listen carefully to their needs and are dedicated to providing tailored solutions that help them achieve their goals.
In summary, Totally Imported is committed to being a reliable and innovative partner dedicated to protecting and enhancing the rights of our clients.
Francesco Tenti
CEO FOUNDING PARTNERFRANCESCO TENTI
Francesco Tenti, a law graduate from the University of Bologna and a specialist with a second-level master’s degree in Law. He explores the music business sector, deepening his knowledge between New York and Rome . He completes a master’s degree in Music Business at Luiss Business School and works in Ennio Morricone’s prestigious Forum studio.
In 2014, he experiences as a tour manager in China and collaborates with Rome-based independent radio station Radio Kaos Italy interacting with international artists and labels.
In 2015, he founded Totally Imported Srl, a record label music publisher and multifunctional company in ‘Rights Management, awarded in 2019 as best creative start-up by the Emilia Romagna Region and the Municipality of Bologna.
Lecturer in prestigious institutions and universities such as Luiss Business School, DAMS in Bologna, Milan Costume Fashion Academy, Pearson school and NAM Milan. He boasts collaborations with leading artists such as Davide Shorty and Godblesscomputers as Manager to name a few and with international companies such as Awal, Universal Music, Sony Publishing and Jakarta Rercords.
In 2021, he won three awards at the Sanremo Festival with Producer and Manager of the Artist Davide Shorty and represented the Ministry of Culture at the Dubai Expo.
Through Totally Imported Srl, he works with industry majors and independents such as Universal Music and Warner Music to name a few. An expert in Music Business, copyright and project management, he works as a consultant in the cultural, music and entertainment industry. Since 2024, he has been a music consultant for Rai Fiction and Lead Project Manager for Linecheck Academy.
Teodoro Gargiulo
CLO / PARTNERTEODORO GARGIULO
Teodoro Gargiulo is an attorney experienced in the legal field and musical entertainment.
He holds a master’s degree in Law from LUISS Guido Carli in Rome and has participated in international exchange programs at Universidad de Belgrano in Argentina and Université François Rabelais in France. He also completed an executive program in Music and Entertainment Law at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan.
His professional career is characterized by extensive work experience in various companies, with a special focus on legal counseling in the music and entertainment industry.
Teodoro co-founded Totally Imported Srl in 2018. Between September 2018 and October 2019, he worked as a teaching assistant at LUISS Business School in Rome for the Master in Music Business, teaching music copyright and related rights.
Subsequently, he advised on music rights and drafted the model contract for ANote Music Sarl, Europe’s first music royalty exchange platform.
In 2019, he began working with One Shot Agency Srl in Milan as legal counsel for music and entertainment, drafting and negotiating partnership contracts for TikTok and Instagram. Since December 2019, he has also been legal counsel for Endemol Shine Italy Spa and Banijay Italia Spa, advising on music licensing and copyright for television and audiovisual productions.
Since May 2021, Teodoro has been an attorney at Believe Digital Srl.
Teodoro Gargiulo
CLO / PARTNER
Biagio Biolchini
RIGHTS MANAGER, LEAD PROJECT MANAGER / PARTNERBIAGIO BIOLCHINI
Biagio Biolchini is a rights manager. This profession represents the synthesis of his education and work experience.
He has worked in different industries with a strong background in legal counseling and marketing.
He holds a law degree from the University of Siena and continued his education through the 17th Sole 24 Ore Sport Business Management Master’s program.
He had the opportunity to work on several significant projects, including the Formula 1 Grand Prix held in Imola: “Formula 1 Pirelli, Grand Prix of Made in Italy and Emilia Romagna.” These experiences enabled him to develop key skills in project management, graphic design, legal advice and marketing.
After his path at the Imola Autodrome, he began working as a consultant for various companies, from the audiovisual world to the world of music and influencer marketing. Precisely in collaborating with companies such as Endemol Shine Italy, Banijay, One Shot Agency S.r.l., he has developed his skills to meet the many challenges of Totally Imported.
Giacomo Zavattoni
CTO / PARTNERGIACOMO ZAVATTONI
Giacomo Zavattoni, born in Varese in 1991, is a music producer, record producer and music catalog manager with more than 12 years of experience.
He began his career in 2011 as an audio technician for Ghost Records. In 2014, he was admitted to the Audio Technology faculty of the La Scala Academy in Milan, graduating in 2017.
During this time, he founded the music promotion agency RC Waves, which he ran for 10 years, and the label Vetrodischi. He completed internships at Virgin Radio and Amp Soundbranding, with whom he still collaborates.
Since 2020, he has been a partner in Totally Imported, where he manages the digital distribution and editorial catalog. He has worked with prominent artists at the Sanremo Festival and, in 2023, with JE Ltd. and AFI to manage large music catalogs.