Luca de Meo is the CEO of Kering (PPRUF). Meo is based in France. Earlier roles include positions at Ampere. Meo was born in 1967 in Milan and educated at Bocconi University and Lycée Pierre Mendès France.
Luca de Meo is an Italian chief executive, CEO of luxury group Kering since 2025. He was previously CEO of the group Renault (2020-2025), CEO of SEAT (2015-2020), and CEO of Fiat Automobiles (2004-2009). He revived the iconic Fiat 500, created SEAT's premium brand Cupra, and turned Renault into a global electric vehicles manufacturer.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on the dismantling of Ampere, the electric vehicle division that Luca de Meo championed as a standalone company following its 2023 spinoff from Renault Group. In early 2026, multiple reports indicated that Renault management decided to reintegrate Ampere back into the parent company after the unit's failed initial public offering attempt, reversing De Meo's flagship EV strategy. De Meo had transitioned from leading Ampere in early 2025 as the division pursued expansion under new leadership.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- June 13, 1967 · Milan
- Citizenship
- Italy
- Education
- Bocconi University, Lycée Pierre Mendès France
- Awards
- Commander of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic, Knight of the Legion of Honour, Order of Merit for Labour
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Luca de Meo: FAQ
- What company does Luca de Meo lead?
- Luca de Meo is CEO of Kering.
- Where did Luca de Meo work previously?
- Earlier roles include Ampere (CEO).
- Where was Luca de Meo educated?
- Luca de Meo studied at Bocconi University, Lycée Pierre Mendès France.