11 months ago
Francesca Bellettini Named New Gucci CEO Amidst Shakeup
Kering, the company that owns Gucci, has a new CEO named Luca de Meo, and he's making some changes.
Francesca Bellettini is now the new CEO of Gucci, and she's replacing Stefano Cantino.
Bellettini used to work for Saint Laurent.
Gucci is one of the biggest fashion brands in the world.
The team has already started on the collection.
Gucci's sales went down recently, so the company is working to improve things.
The aim is to restore the brand to its rightful place.
Francesca Bellettini is the new CEO of Gucci, succeeding Stefano Cantino.
Cantino served as CEO for nine months.
Bellettini previously held roles at Kering and Saint Laurent.
Luca de Meo, the new CEO of Kering, is overseeing the changes.
Gucci sales declined 25% in the second quarter of 2025.
- Who
- Francesca Bellettini, Stefano Cantino, Luca de Meo
- What
- Francesca Bellettini appointed as Gucci CEO, replacing Stefano Cantino.
- Where
- Headquarters are in France.
- When
- Bellettini took over after Cantino's nine months.
- Why
- To strengthen Gucci's performance.
Key facts
- Company
- Kering
- Brand
- Gucci
- New CEO
- Francesca Bellettini
- Previous Role
- Kering Deputy CEO
- Former CEO
- Stefano Cantino
- Previous Bellettini Role
- President/CEO of Saint Laurent
- Gucci Sales Decline (Q2 2025)
- 25%
Quotes
Francesca Bellettini
New CEO of Gucci
“I'm excited to embark on this new challenge together with the whole Gucci team and alongside Demna (Gucci creative director), whose creativity I have always admired”
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“There is a company, there is a brand, and there is constant work of all the team, in presenting new collections and new products and working on the carryover”
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Luca de Meo
Kering's new CEO
“At this pivotal moment, I intend to build a leaner and clearer organisation in which the best talent drives our Houses forward.”
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“Gucci, as the flagship of our Group, deserves the sharpest focus, and Francesca - one of the most seasoned and respected professionals in our industry - will bring the leadership and flawless execution needed to restore the brand to its rightful place”
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