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

Michele Norsa
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 He decided to step down after a decade at the helm and has been replaced by Eraldo Poletto.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).
General Management United Kingdom London

Established by Sir Rocco Forte and his sister, Olga Polizzi in 1996, Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of 14 individual hotels and resorts as well as 20 private villas. All of the hotels are landmarks, both old and new, occupying magnificent buildings in exceptional locations. Led by a family who has been in hospitality for four generations, the hotels are united by their distinctive approach to service ensuring guests experience the best of...