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Francesco Trapani

1957 – 2025

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About Francesco Trapani

Lived 1957 – 2025 (aged 68). Francesco Trapani was an Italian businessperson, known for Bulgari.

Francesco Trapani (1957 – 10 September 2025) was an Italian jeweller and luxury goods executive who was the CEO of the Italian jeweller and luxury goods retailer Bulgari.

Trapani died on 10 September 2025, aged 68.

Career Trapani took over the Bulgari group in 1984. He is credited with turning the company around into one of the more successful luxury jewellery brands. In 2001, he managed the Bulgari joint venture with Marriott International to open a set of Bulgari branded hotels, named Bulgari Hotels and Resorts.

Bulgari sale to LVMH Trapani described in a 2004 article

Other activities Salesforce, Member of the Advisory Board on Europe, the Middle East and Africa (since 2020)

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Important facts

Born
8 March 1957, Rome
Birth century
20th century
Died
10 September 2025, Rome
Occupation
Businessperson
Nationality
Italy
Known for
Bulgari
Education
University of Naples Federico II, New York University, University of Naples
Employers
Bulgari

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Francesco Trapani?

businessperson

When was Francesco Trapani born?

Francesco Trapani was born on 8 March 1957 in Rome.

When did Francesco Trapani die?

Francesco Trapani died on 10 September 2025 in Rome.

What was Francesco Trapani's occupation?

Francesco Trapani was a businessperson.

What was Francesco Trapani known for?

Francesco Trapani was known for Bulgari.

What nationality was Francesco Trapani?

Francesco Trapani was Italian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Francesco Trapani

· Wikidata: Q5479597

· DBpedia: Francesco Trapani

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