Riccardo Bellini is the new CEO of Valentino, the fashion house announced Wednesday, saying that the appointment will be effective September 1.
    "With Riccardo's appointment, we are accelerating Valentino's journey.

I know his extensive experience in luxury, his strategic acumen, and his proven leadership, which, combined with Alessandro Michele's great creative vision, will guide the house into the future and amplify its unique identity," said Rachid Mohamed Rachid, president of Valentino.
    "I am honored to join Valentino, an iconic house that combines extraordinary heritage and craftsmanship with a unique creative voice.

I look forward to working with Alessandro Michele and the exceptional Valentino team to celebrate the house's timeless values and write its next chapter," said Bellini, who previously served as CEO of Maison Margiela and Chloé, and held senior business and marketing leadership roles at Diesel and Procter & Gamble.
    A graduate of Bocconi University and Iese Business School, Bellini has thirty years of management experience in the fashion and luxury industry.
   

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