Italian luxury executive Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone is set for a major career pivot, leaving his role as CEO of Bottega Veneta at the end of March to become group CEO of Moncler on April 1. 

Kering, the French luxury group that owns Bottega Veneta, confirmed Rongone’s departure, saying he is leaving to “pursue new professional opportunities”. The company said a search for his successor is underway and that the existing management team will continue to oversee operations during the transition.

Rongone has led Bottega Veneta since 2019, a six-year tenure marked by multiple creative leadership changes and continued international expansion. 

“During his tenure, he achieved important milestones with his team and supported the continued development of the House. I wish him every success in his future professional endeavours,” said Luca de Meo, CEO of Kering. 

At Moncler, Rongone’s appointment coincides with a change at the top of the Italian luxury outerwear group. Remo Ruffini, Moncler’s longtime CEO and controlling shareholder, will step aside from the role and become executive chairman, retaining oversight of strategy and creative direction.

Rongone brings more than two decades of experience in the luxury sector. He began his career in 2001 at Fendi and joined Kering in 2012 as chief operating officer of Yves Saint Laurent, overseeing product and retail operations and contributing to the brand’s growth.

“I will work together with Leo, with whom I immediately felt a strong alignment of values and vision, to make the organisation even stronger, more agile, and ready to seize new opportunities,” commented Ruffini. 

“With Leo by my side, I will continue to lead the strategic vision, ensuring consistency and continuity, confident that his knowledge of the luxury world and customer-centric approach will make a decisive contribution to our future journey.”