Der heute 58 Jahre alte Luca de Meo hat die Fähigkeit
Autohersteller aus Krisen zu holen und sie wieder zur Blüte zu bringen.
Das war zu seiner Zeit bei Fiat so, anschließend bei Seat/Cupra und dann
bei Renault. Die französische Marke hatte er in fünf Jahren
aufgerichtet, deren Aktienkurs legte im gleichen Zeitraum um rund 90
Prozent zu. Jetzt macht sich der kreative Geist auf, neue Horizonte zu erobern und ambitionierte Ziele umzusetzen.
Ich begegnete ihm seit vielen Jahren immer wieder in seinen unterschiedlichen Funktionen
bei Fiat (steht hinter dem neuen 500er), Seat (pushte die eigene
Marke Cupra) und bis vor einigen Wochen Renault (brachte den R4 und R5
zurück).
Wir haben so manches Glas Rotwein in
Italien, Spanien und Frankreich getrunken, er schaffte immer, was er
sich vorgenommen hat, das wird sicher auch in seiner neuen Aufgabe so bleiben.
Ist dabei zugänglich und offen, auch gegenüber uns
Journalisten.
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| Foto: Kering |
Der immer in bestem Zwirn und makellos gekleidete Italiener soll nun den familiengeführten Luxuskonzern Kering aus Frankreich auf neue Höhen bringen.
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| Luca de Meo mit AUTOBEST Gründer Dan Vardie (links) und Jury-Mitglied Okan Altan aus der Türkei. Foto: Achim Stahn |
Kering, von diesem Namen haben die meisten noch nichts gehört, doch dahinter versteckt sich einer der ganz großen in seiner Welt. Wo es um feinste Mode, edle Lederwaren, Brillen und Kosmetik geht.
Dazu gehören unter anderem neben der Mode-Ikone Gucci auch Marken wie Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, McQueen, Brioni oder die beiden Luxusschmuck-Manufakturen Boucheron und Pomellato.
Bei Kering übernimmt er zum 15. September den Chefposten vom legendären
Francois-Henri Pinault, entlastet den von seiner Doppelrolle als Chef
des Vorstands und Verwaltungsrats.
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| Boucheron: edler Schmuck aus der 2023 präsentierten Serie „Like a Queen” |
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Luca de Meo, the new Kering Group CEO
This decision, initiated by François-Henri Pinault, marks a decisive step in the evolution of Kering's governance and strengthens the Group's leadership as it enters a new phase of its development.
As part of a renewed governance structure, the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors, held by François-Henri Pinault, was separated from that of Chief Executive Officer. This governance structure is in line with best practices for major listed companies.
These changes will take effect upon the decision of the Board of Directors which will be held following the Shareholder Meeting to be called for September 9, 2025. The Shareholder Meeting will notably be asked to appoint Luca de Meo as a Director and to approve the compensation policy corresponding to this new organization.
Subject to these approvals, Luca de Meo will take office on September 15, 2025.
François-Henri Pinault:
"After twenty years of transforming Kering into a major global luxury player, the Group is ready for a new stage in its development. From 2023, I launched a reflection on the evolution of the Group's governance. It was in this context that I met Luca de Meo. His experience at the helm of an international listed group, his sharp understanding of brands, and his sense of a strong and respectful corporate culture convinced me that he is the leader I was looking for to bring a new vision and steer this chapter in our Group's history. It is with complete confidence that I am handing over the leadership of Kering and our teams to Luca. I will of course be at his side to accompany him in this new phase, as Chairman of the Board of Kering.”
Luca de Meo:
“I would like to thank François-Henri Pinault and the Board of Directors for choosing me to lead Kering into this new phase of development. I am approaching this new professional challenge with enthusiasm, eagerness, and confidence, inspired by the strength of the Group’s brands and the expertise of its people. I am convinced that together we will continue to make Kering an essential player in the luxury industry.”
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| Luca de Meo, Renault chief designer Gilles Vidal. photo: Achim Stahn |
More about Luca de Meo
Born in Milan, Italy, he looks back on 30 years of experience in the automotive industry.
1992: he began his career at Renault before joining Toyota Europe.
He then joined the Fiat Group, where he held the positions of Director of the Lancia, Fiat and Alfa Romeo divisions, CEO of Abarth and Marketing Director of the Fiat Group.
2009: joined the Volkswagen Group as Group and VW Brand Marketing Director.
2012: responsible for Sales and Marketing at AUDI.
November 2015 to January 2020: among others President of Seat and Cupra, a member of the supervisory boards of Ducati and Lamborghini.
July 2020: CEO of the Renault Group.
January 2023 to December 2024: President of the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA).
More about Kering
Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across ready-to-wear and couture, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté.
Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering’s Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture.
This vision is expressed in companys signature:
'Creativity is our Legacy'.
In the year 2024, Kering employed 47,000 people and generated revenue of €17.2 billion.
Enjoy the impressive world of Kering in moving images:
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