Benedetta Petruzzo, CEO of Miu Miu, is set to become the Managing Director of Christian Dior Couture, beginning her new role on October 15, 2024.
- Petruzzo’s career began in 2009 and she has held significant positions in the fashion industry, including her current role as CEO within the Prada Group since 2020.
- Under her leadership, Miu Miu experienced remarkable sales growth, significantly enhancing Prada Group’s overall performance.
- Christian Dior Couture is expecting to leverage Petruzzo’s expertise and leadership to further advance its global influence and success in the luxury market.
- Petruzzo expressed her honor in joining Dior and her eagerness to contribute to its ongoing development with the support of the executive team.
Benedetta Petruzzo, currently the CEO of Miu Miu, will begin her new role as Managing Director at Christian Dior Couture on October 15, 2024. This transition marks a significant move within the luxury fashion industry, as Petruzzo is known for her strategic leadership and success at Miu Miu.
She embarked on her career in 2009 as an analyst with Bain & Company, a global consulting firm. Her career trajectory saw a rise through key positions in Kering’s eyewear division, culminating in her role as North America Executive Vice President before joining Miu Miu as CEO in 2020.
During her tenure at Miu Miu, Petruzzo led the brand to achieve a 93% increase in sales within the first six months of 2024, thereby contributing significantly to Prada Group’s 17% revenue growth for the same period.
Christian Dior Couture, owned by LVMH, anticipates that Petruzzo’s extensive experience in the luxury market will become an asset. Delphine Arnault, CEO and chairman of Dior, commended Petruzzo’s talent, emphasizing that her leadership would bolster Dior’s international stature and market desirability.
Petruzzo expressed her deep honor in joining Dior and her gratitude toward Delphine Arnault for the opportunity. Her focus will be on collaborating closely with the executive committee to further Dior’s business development.
Benedetta Petruzzo’s appointment as Managing Director is poised to significantly impact Dior’s future in the luxury fashion industry.
