Kering Announces Departure of Bottega Veneta CEO
The French luxury group confirmed on Monday that Bartolomeo Rongone will step down as CEO of Bottega Veneta on March 31st. According to the statement, this departure comes after six years at the helm of the Italian house.
End of Tenure for Bottega Veneta’s CEO
Bartolomeo Rongone, also known as Leo Rongone, will conclude his tenure as CEO of Bottega Veneta on March 31, 2026, the company indicates. According to the group, this decision will allow the executive to dedicate himself to new professional projects. Kering's CEO, Luca de Meo, praised in the statement Bartolomeo Rongone's leadership and his contribution to the development of the house over the past six years. The outgoing leader has achieved significant milestones with his teams during this period.
Search for Successor Underway
The process of selecting Bartolomeo Rongone's successor is currently in progress, the group specifies. Kering states that the appointment of the next CEO of Bottega Veneta will be announced soon, without providing further details on the timeline or potential candidates. The current management team of the Italian brand remains fully committed, according to the statement, to continue the ongoing momentum. The group emphasizes that this team will work alongside Kering during this transition period.
Kering’s Extensive Luxury Portfolio
Kering encompasses several luxury houses, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, and Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. The group employs 47,000 people worldwide, according to the data provided. In 2024, Kering achieved a turnover of 17.2 billion euros. Bottega Veneta is one of the main brands in the portfolio of the French group, specializing particularly in leather goods and ready-to-wear.
