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Patrizio Bertelli

Chairman of the Board of Directors & Executive Director, Prada S.p.A.

After meeting his future wife Miuccia Prada at a Milanese trade show, he joined the brand and led its expansion into foreign markets and a successful IPO.

Patrizio Bertelli
Luxury

Raf Simons Is Joining Prada. What Does It Mean for the Italian Megabrand?

The designer will work in partnership with Miuccia Prada with equal responsibility for creative decision-making.

Luxury

Raf Simons Is Joining Prada. What Does It Mean for the Italian Megabrand?

The designer will work in partnership with Miuccia Prada with equal responsibility for creative decision-making.


Luxury

Victoria's Secret: Bargain of the Century?

Scandals aside, Victoria’s Secret has the market know-how and the retail network to remain on top — with the right guidance. Can new owner Sycamore Partners pull it off?

Luxury

Victoria's Secret: Bargain of the Century?

Scandals aside, Victoria’s Secret has the market know-how and the retail network to remain on top — with the right guidance. Can new owner Sycamore Partners pull it off?


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Miu Miu Appoints General Manager, Nike Announces Shakeup

This week, Prada appoints a former Kering Eyewear executive to the helm of Miu Miu, while Nike makes a number of changes to its C-Suite.

Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Miu Miu Appoints General Manager, Nike Announces Shakeup

This week, Prada appoints a former Kering Eyewear executive to the helm of Miu Miu, while Nike makes a number of changes to its C-Suite.


Luxury

Does a Prada Sale Make Sense?

The Italian brand may no longer be a luxury leader, but it is still an attractive asset for prospective buyers.

Luxury

Does a Prada Sale Make Sense?

The Italian brand may no longer be a luxury leader, but it is still an attractive asset for prospective buyers.


News & Analysis

As Barneys Struggles, Fashion Vendors Try on Alternative Channels

The luxury retailer recently filed for bankruptcy protection, owing $1.6 million to Prada and millions to other Kering and LVMH labels.

News & Analysis

As Barneys Struggles, Fashion Vendors Try on Alternative Channels

The luxury retailer recently filed for bankruptcy protection, owing $1.6 million to Prada and millions to other Kering and LVMH labels.


Sustainability

Prada Sets Goal to Phase Out Virgin Nylon by 2021

The Italian luxury group is launching a range of its nylon bags using recycled material,  joining a spate of brands that have introduced similar initiatives.

Sustainability

Prada Sets Goal to Phase Out Virgin Nylon by 2021

The Italian luxury group is launching a range of its nylon bags using recycled material,  joining a spate of brands that have introduced similar initiatives.


Luxury

Prada 2018 Sales Rise Despite Second-Half Slowdown

Annual revenues at the Italian luxury group rose for the first time in four years, showing its turnaround plan is starting to bear fruit.

Luxury

Prada 2018 Sales Rise Despite Second-Half Slowdown

Annual revenues at the Italian luxury group rose for the first time in four years, showing its turnaround plan is starting to bear fruit.


Luxury

Prada Completes America's Cup Makeover With New Qualifier Trophy

With the launch of the Prada Cup the Milan-based Italian fashion house will further stamp its mark on the history of the trophy first won by the schooner "America" off England in 1851.

Luxury

Prada Completes America's Cup Makeover With New Qualifier Trophy

With the launch of the Prada Cup the Milan-based Italian fashion house will further stamp its mark on the history of the trophy first won by the schooner "America" off England in 1851.


News & Analysis

Richemont Reintroduces CEO Role, Appointing Jerome Lambert

The luxury group scrapped the chief role a year and a half ago and appointed a senior executive committee to manage the group.

News & Analysis

Richemont Reintroduces CEO Role, Appointing Jerome Lambert

The luxury group scrapped the chief role a year and a half ago and appointed a senior executive committee to manage the group.


Luxury

Relaunching Linea Rossa Is the Smartest Thing Prada Has Done in a While

Prada co-CEO Patrizio Bertelli speaks exclusively to BoF about the relaunch of the sportif line. The move is all but sure to resonate with fans, but a full recovery is far from guaranteed.

Luxury

Relaunching Linea Rossa Is the Smartest Thing Prada Has Done in a While

Prada co-CEO Patrizio Bertelli speaks exclusively to BoF about the relaunch of the sportif line. The move is all but sure to resonate with fans, but a full recovery is far from guaranteed.


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