Michele Norsa has been appointed non-executive director at Rocco Forte Hotels

Norsa has a wealth of experience in fashion and luxury companies, having most recently served as CEO and managing director of Italian shoemaker Salvatore Ferragamo. He decided to step down after a decade at the helm and has been replaced by Eraldo Poletto. Norsa is expected to continue to advise the Ferragamo family as a consultant and currently also serves on the board of directors of Oettinger Davidoff. Additionally, Norsa is a member of the International Advisory Board of the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS). He previously led major fashion and luxury companies in Italy including Valentino Fashion Group, Marzotto, Benetton Sportsystem Active and Sandys (Sergio Tacchini).