Leonardo Vallone

Chief Business Development Officer

Born in Salerno 52 years ago, he spent his school years in Cava de'Tirreni. During his university years, he played a key role in founding the Arkè Foundation, dedicated to the development of European culture, and graduated with highest honors in economic disciplines. After a brief experience at a marketing agency in Rome, he began his career at Barilla. Over approximately seven years, he worked in the marketing, trade marketing, and sales divisions, eventually becoming the Area Manager for the Northeast, overseeing more than 50 salespeople. In 2006, his passion for wine became his profession at Marchesi Antinori, where he spent nearly ten years as head of the Italy sales network and coordinator of elite dining. In 2016, he assumed the role of Sales Director at Allegrini, which evolved into Commercial Director after three years, until January 2024. Starting in January 2023, he began collaborating with Crurated as a consultant for the Italian market, and in January 2024, he took on the role of CBDO. Married with one child, he lives in Florence. In his free time, he is an avid marathon runner, enjoying long-distance running.