France’s Kering confirms Bartolomeo Rongone’s exit from Bottega Veneta

Luca de Meo, Chief Executive Officer of Kering, stated: “I would like to thank Leo Rongone for his leadership and for the significant contribution he has made to Bottega Veneta over the past six years. During his tenure, he achieved important milestones with his team and supported the continued development of the House. I wish him every success in his future professional endeavors.”

Kering said Bartolomeo Rongone will step down as CEO of Bottega Veneta on March 31, 2026, to pursue new opportunities.
CEO Luca de Meo thanked him for six years of leadership and key milestones achieved at the House.
The group has begun the search for a new CEO, while the management team and Kering remain focused on sustaining Bottega Veneta’s positive momentum.

The selection process for the next CEO of Bottega Veneta is underway and the appointment of the new CEO will be announced in the near future. The Bottega Veneta management team is fully committed, together with Kering, to continue to drive the positive momentum of the House.

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Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)