Maison Valentino has announced the appointment of Riccardo Bellini as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from the 1st of September.
Rachid Mohamed Rachid, Chairman of Valentino, said the appointment would accelerate the brand’s development. He highlighted Bellini’s “extensive luxury experience, strategic acumen, and proven leadership” as key factors that will support Michele’s creative vision and reinforce the maison’s distinctive identity.
Discussing his new role, Bellini said, “I am honoured to join Valentino, an iconic maison that blends extraordinary heritage and craftsmanship with a unique creative voice. I look forward to working with Alessandro Michele and the exceptional Valentino teams to celebrate the Maison’s timeless values while crafting its next chapter.”
Bellini brings nearly three decades of experience in fashion and luxury. He has previously held senior positions across leading brands, including serving as CEO of both Maison Margiela and Chloé. Earlier in his career, he held senior business and marketing roles at Diesel and Procter & Gamble, gaining expertise across both creative and commercial functions.
Most recently, Bellini was Managing Director at Mayhoola, the investment group that owns Valentino, which has given him a close understanding of the maison’s positioning within the global fashion industry. His international career path is supported by academic foundations at Bocconi University in Milan and IESE Business School in Barcelona.
His appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Valentino. With Alessandro Michele’s entry as Creative Director last year and Bellini now taking on the CEO role, the maison is stepping into a new chapter.
