Even executives refer to their boss as "Signore Del Vecchio"--as much out of fear as adoration.

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Connie Del Signore, president and CEO of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau, said the national broadcast on ESPN will highlight Maryland's historic and picturesque state capital.

WSJ: Military Bowl moving from DC to Annapolis

"It's great exposure for future business for those people who don't know Annapolis, " said Del Signore, who noted the visitors bureau is planning a marketing campaign to coincide with the game to point out nearby tourism opportunities.

WSJ: Military Bowl moving from DC to Annapolis

Signore Pallandino worked as a barber, and his clients, in the captivity of their chair, would be told stories of his ancestors in the com media dell'arte, an improvised song and dance entertainment that is the basis of English pantomime.

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