Patrizio Bertelli
Patrizio Bertelli | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 6, 1946 Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Years active | 1967–present |
| Known for | Co-CEO of Prada Group |
Patrizio Bertelli (born 6 April 1946) is an Italian entrepreneur who formerly shared the role of chief executive officer (CEO) at the Prada Group with his spouse, Miuccia Prada.
Life and career
Originating from Arezzo, Tuscany, Bertelli embarked on his professional journey within the leather goods sector. At the age of 21, during his university studies, he launched Sir Robert, a modest enterprise specializing in leather products.
His encounter with Miuccia Prada, granddaughter of Mario Prada, the founder of the Prada label, occurred in 1978; this initial business collaboration eventually developed into marriage.
Throughout the 1980s, Bertelli implemented significant reforms in Prada’s manufacturing operations to improve quality assurance and operational efficiency, fueling the brand’s expansion throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
Toward the end of the 1990s, Bertelli and Miuccia Prada engaged renowned architects such as Rem Koolhaas and Herzog & de Meuron for their "Prada Epicentres" initiative.
As of 2023, Bertelli held the position of co-CEO at Prada Group, managing several brands including Prada, Miu Miu, Church’s, Car Shoe, and Marchesi 1824.
By May 2025, his estimated net worth reached approximately US$5.4 billion.
Awards and honours
In 2000, Bertelli was awarded an honorary degree by the University of Florence.
The couple was recognized by Forbes in 2013 as one of the globe’s most "influential" pairs.
On 29 June 2012, he became the inaugural Italian inductee into the America's Cup Hall of Fame.
Further interests
Together with Miuccia Prada, Bertelli founded Fondazione Prada in 1993.
In 1997, he created the sailing team Prada Challenge to participate in the America’s Cup competition held in 2000.
Personal life
Patrizio Bertelli and Miuccia Prada reside in Milan, Italy, and have two sons, Giulio and Lorenzo. Notably, Lorenzo Bertelli possesses substantial shares within the Prada Group.