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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

Stormy Trade Talks Take the Wind Out of Luxury’s Sails

The SLI was left reeling with a 4 percent loss as Trump rattled the cage with Europe this month, while family ownership was reaffirmed by some of the industry's leaders.

Luxury

Stormy Trade Talks Take the Wind Out of Luxury’s Sails

The SLI was left reeling with a 4 percent loss as Trump rattled the cage with Europe this month, while family ownership was reaffirmed by some of the industry's leaders.


Luxury

Sneakers: Luxury’s Gateway to Millennials

Luxury sneakers are the ultimate status symbols for a new generation of consumers. Now brands like Balenciaga, Versace and Gucci are upping their game.

Luxury

Sneakers: Luxury’s Gateway to Millennials

Luxury sneakers are the ultimate status symbols for a new generation of consumers. Now brands like Balenciaga, Versace and Gucci are upping their game.


Retail

The Trouble With Off-Price

HBC's shedding of Gilt Groupe is just another indication that the off-price market isn't fool-proof.

Retail

The Trouble With Off-Price

HBC's shedding of Gilt Groupe is just another indication that the off-price market isn't fool-proof.


News & Analysis

Prada CEO Says No Plans to Sell

Patrizio Bertelli added his son Lorenzo may one day head the company.

News & Analysis

Prada CEO Says No Plans to Sell

Patrizio Bertelli added his son Lorenzo may one day head the company.


Workplace & Talent

Prada's Next Generation Steps In as Son Joins Fashion House

Lorenzo Bertelli, the son of Prada's co-chief executive officers, has joined the company in a key role.

Workplace & Talent

Prada's Next Generation Steps In as Son Joins Fashion House

Lorenzo Bertelli, the son of Prada's co-chief executive officers, has joined the company in a key role.


Luxury

Prada: Making the Most of Its Moment

In the midst of a recovery buoyed by hot product, the long-struggling Italian house is pushing forward in the US with a revamped e-commerce site and a resort show in New York. Can it catch up with its peers?

Luxury

Prada: Making the Most of Its Moment

In the midst of a recovery buoyed by hot product, the long-struggling Italian house is pushing forward in the US with a revamped e-commerce site and a resort show in New York. Can it catch up with its peers?


Financial Markets

Prada Shares Soar 20 Percent on Growth Outlook

Prada shares jumped to its highest level since June 2015.

Financial Markets

Prada Shares Soar 20 Percent on Growth Outlook

Prada shares jumped to its highest level since June 2015.


Luxury

Is Dior Ready for a Revolution?

Christian Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri is known for bringing an activism-tinged approach to the catwalks, but a real revolution is brewing inside the house.

Luxury

Is Dior Ready for a Revolution?

Christian Dior's creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri is known for bringing an activism-tinged approach to the catwalks, but a real revolution is brewing inside the house.


Financial Markets

Prada Sees Growth Ahead Despite Profit Drop

Despite the declines, chief executive Patrizio Bertelli expressed confidence the Italian luxury-goods brand would return to growth.

Financial Markets

Prada Sees Growth Ahead Despite Profit Drop

Despite the declines, chief executive Patrizio Bertelli expressed confidence the Italian luxury-goods brand would return to growth.


Financial Markets

Prada Signs Italian Tax Cooperation Agreement

The scheme involves an exchange of information between the Italian fashion house and authorities to avoid disputes and help the business to avoid unexpected tax demands.

Financial Markets

Prada Signs Italian Tax Cooperation Agreement

The scheme involves an exchange of information between the Italian fashion house and authorities to avoid disputes and help the business to avoid unexpected tax demands.


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