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• Family History Research
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My name is Marina Martello, and my mission is to restore the lost identity of the ancestors scattered across the globe by the great Italian diaspora. I am a genealogist, academic author, and official delegate, but I prefer to define myself as a seeker of historical truth who transforms dusty archival records into a living and documented family history.

My work is centered in the heart of Northern Italy, across the lands of Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli, and Lombardy. In these regions, I expertly navigate the complex Austro-Hungarian Catasto Tavolare systems and ancient parish registers to trace the origins of every lineage. However, my investigative skills are not limited by physical borders because, through a consolidated remote research methodology, I am able to reconstruct family trees in every corner of the Peninsula, from the Alpine peaks to the shores of Sicily.

In an era where amateur research often creates confusion, I offer the rigor of a scientific method to ensure that every branch of your family tree is authentic. I had the honor of contributing to the university textbook Turismo delle Radici and winning the National PNRR grant for Trentino-Alto Adige, but my true specialization is the critical auditing of data. I cleanse genealogies of omonymies and historical inaccuracies, correcting those errors that too often lead researchers astray. Every reconstruction results in an exhaustive professional report, often exceeding forty pages, where every name regains its date, its certified source, and its place in history.

A speaker at RootsTech 2025 and a collaborator with FamilySearch, I place my mastery of Ecclesiastical Latin and institutional archives at the service of descendants seeking excellence.

Do not allow your family history to remain a mystery or a list of uncertain names. Entrust me with the reconstruction of your family tree to rediscover your true Italian roots. Contact me today, and together we will begin giving a future to your family memory.

Geographic Specialities

• Italy: Specialist for Northern Italy (Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lombardy). Full coverage for all Italian regions through national and digital repositories.

• Brazil: Expert in Italian-Brazilian migration history. Deep knowledge of repositories in São Paulo and major immigration hubs across the country.

• North America: Specialist in Italian diaspora records, passenger lists, and naturalization documents for the United States and Canada, reconnecting immigrant families to their Italian towns of origin.

Testimonials
Marina's work was a turning point. After 3 years of searching with no success, she provided a 40-page report and located the document in Italy that I never would have found due to a surname variation. Her service is fast, transparent, and effective. I recommend her with 100% certainty." — Verified Client Review via LinkedIn

Marina is an extremely competent professional with immense knowledge in the field of genealogy. Beyond being an excellent instructor, she is an exceptional person—always available and patient. I highly recommend both her genealogy courses and her professional research and document retrieval services." — Célio Pasuch, Citizenship Consultant & Former Student
For additional professional endorsements and client success stories, please visit my LinkedIn profile

Additional specialities or search keywords
Italy Trentino Friuli-Venezia Giulia Lombardy Brazil United States Canada Veneto Sicilia

Publications/Media

• Academic Publication: Author of the chapter "Genealogical Methodology in Roots Tourism" in the university textbook Turismo delle Radici: Strategie e politiche di marketing (Eds. Prof. Sonia Ferrari & Tiziana Nicotera, 2023/2024).

• Methodological Handbook: Author of the book Radici e Ricordi (Roots and Memories), a practical manual for family history research and the preservation of ancestral legacies.

• FamilySearch Italy Podcast: Featured expert guest discussing the "Roots Tourism" national project and advanced research strategies in Italian archives.

• RootsTech Global Content: Featured speaker and contributor for RootsTech 2025 and official content creator for the 150th Anniversary of Italian Immigration in Brazil (2024).

• Institutional Media: Contributor to specialized articles and webinars for Italea TAA and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI) regarding the "Year of Roots" (Anno delle Radici).

• International Press & Interviews: Featured in various interviews and articles related to the 8th Expo São Paulo and cultural heritage events in Northern Italy.

Lectures

• 150th Anniversary of Italian Immigration to Brazil (São Paulo, 2024): Featured Speaker at the official celebration hosted by FamilySearch at the Museu da Imigração. Presentation: "The Emotional and Documentary Journey of Italian Ancestry."

• RootsTech 2025 (Global): Featured Speaker on Italian Genealogy and Roots Tourism methodology.

• FamilySearch Events Italy (2024–2025): Official Speaker at the invitation of FamilySearch. Keynote presentations and workshops in Turin (2024), Verona (2025), and Genoa (2025).

• 8th Expo São Paulo (Brazil): International Guest Speaker on "Roots Tourism: Strategies for Reconnecting with Italian Heritage."

• FamilySearch Italy Podcast: Expert Guest Speaker on advanced research techniques and the national "Roots Tourism" project.

Repositories

• Primary State Archives: Frequent on-site research at the State Archives of Trento, Bolzano, Venice, Verona, Vicenza, Treviso, Udine, Pordenone, Belluno, and Mantua, with the capacity to operate in other Italian State Archives upon request.

• Ecclesiastical Archives: Extensive experience in the Diocesan and Parish archives of the Triveneto and Lombardy regions, including specialized research in pre-Napoleonic records and "Status Animarum" registers.

• National and International Digital Repositories: Expert use of the "Portale Antenati", military databases, and FamilySearch digital collections for comprehensive remote research across all Italian provinces.

• Migration Records Network: Specialist in passenger lists and immigration records (Brazil/USA).

Research Time Periods

• 21st Century
• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century

Languages

• Italian: Native.

• Portuguese: Full Professional Proficiency (Specialist for the Brazilian market).

• English: Professional Working Proficiency (Written). Experienced in professional correspondence, academic writing, and international project reporting.

• Latin: Genealogical Proficiency (Expert in reading and transcribing 18th and 19th-century parish records).
  
  Fluent in Portuguese for direct communication with Brazilian clients and institutions. Highly proficient in written English for professional reports and international correspondence. Specialized in Ecclesiastical Latin for the transcription of historical church records.

Honorifics/Credentials

• Official Delegate, Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI): Representative for the Italian delegation at RootsTech 2024.

• Featured RootsTech International Speaker: Official presenter for the  (Italy/Brazil) and 2025 editions.

• Academic Contributor & Author: Author of the specialized chapter on genealogy in the textbook "Turismo delle Radici: Strategie e politiche di marketing" (Eds. Prof. S. Ferrari & T. Nicotera).

• Letter of Commendation from FamilySearch: Official recognition for outstanding contribution and excellence in the field of genealogy.

• Commendation from the "Circolo Italiano di San Paolo" (Brazil): Recognized for dedication to preserving Italian historical and family heritage.

• Professional Genealogy Instructor: Educator and trainer for government agencies (Chambers of Commerce) and private institutions globally.

• Guest Expert at the 8th Expo São Paulo: International speaker on the subject of Roots Tourism.

• Published Author: Author of the methodological handbook "Radici e Ricordi" (Roots and Memories).
• ​Official Speaker for the 150th Anniversary of Italian Immigration celebrations in Brazil (São Paulo, 2024).

Certificates

• Official Letter of Commendation – FamilySearch: Recognition for professional excellence and outstanding contribution to the global genealogical community (Italy/Brazil).

• Official Commendation – Circolo Italiano di San Paolo (Brazil): Certificate of merit for the preservation and promotion of Italian emigrant heritage.

• Professional Certification in Cultural Project Management: Specialized training for the implementation of PNRR (NextGenerationEU) national heritage projects.

• Certificate of Appreciation – 150th Anniversary of Italian Immigration: Official recognition for participation as an expert speaker at the Museu da Imigração, São Paulo.

• Expert Genealogist Recognition – Italea TAA: Certified professional partner for the "Roots Tourism" national project in the Trentino-Alto Adige region.

Affiliations

• Association of Professional Genealogists (APG) – Member.

• Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI) – Collaborating Partner for the "Turismo delle Radici" National Project.

• FamilySearch International Network – Strategic Expert Partner (Italy/Brazil).

• RootsTech Speakers’ Circle – Active Member.

• Circolo Italiano di San Paolo (Brazil) – Professional Cultural Affiliate.

• Italea Trentino-Alto Adige – Regional Professional Partner.

Degrees

• Academic Author & Researcher: Contributor to the university textbook "Turismo delle Radici: Strategie e politiche di marketing" (Eds. Prof. Sonia Ferrari & Tiziana Nicotera), specializing in genealogical research methodology.

• Cultural Project Designer (PNRR Award Winner - Trentino-Alto Adige): Author of the winning project for the national "Roots Tourism" grant (PNRR/NextGenerationEU funds) for the Trentino-Alto Adige region. Expert in implementing cultural heritage initiatives in Northern Italy.

• Specialist in Paleography and Archival Research: Experienced in the transcription and interpretation of Italian and Latin parish registers and civil records (specializing in the 18th and 19th centuries).

• Genealogy Instructor: Experienced educator focused on family history workshops and training programs for cultural institutions and private groups.