New Chief Executive Officer for Sowind Group

In the middle of January, the Kering Group announced the appointment of Antonio Calce as Chief Executive Officer of Sowind Group, effective immediately. He reports to Albert Bensoussan, CEO of Kering’s Luxury - Watches & Jewelry’ division. As part of his new role, Antonio Calce supervises the management of the brands Girard-Perregaux and JeanRichard, as well as their manufacturing activities.

Antonio Calce, an Italian national, started his career within the Richemont group in 1994 as head of the technical department of Piaget, before moving to product management responsibilities. In 2001, he was appointed director of operations and product development for Officine Panerai. In 2005, he moved on to Montres Corum, where he was successively appointed Vice President of Operations and Chief Executive Officer. Antonio Calce holds degrees in microtechnology and management studies.   

February 05, 2015