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Giorgio Perfetti, at 58 years old, is an Italian billionaire heir and co-owner of Perfetti Van Melle. His wealth stems from the confectionery and chewing gum giant, a company started by his father and uncle. The top-selling brands include Mentos and Airheads. As of early 2026, his net worth is estimated to be $7.5 Billion.
Giorgio Perfetti is an Italian billionaire heir. He is the son of Ambrogio Perfetti, who founded the Perfetti candy company with his brother Egidio. The company was originally called Docificio Lombardo.
Giorgio Perfetti and his brother Augusto own the candy and gum giant Perfetti Van Melle. Their father Ambrogio and uncle Egidio started the company in 1946 as a chewing gum business. In 2001, the Perfettis acquired Netherlands-based Van Melle. Five years later they also acquired Spain's Chupa Chups. In 2023, Perfetti Van Melle closed the acquisition of Mondelez International's gum business in the United States, Canada and Europe.
The company's top-selling brands include Mentos and Airheads. Perfetti Van Melle is a privately owned company, producing and distributing candies and chewing gums in more than 150 countries worldwide.
Specific philanthropic details about Giorgio Perfetti are difficult to find due to the family’s preference for a low profile. Further research is needed to uncover more information on his philanthropic ventures.
Ambrogio and Egidio Perfetti started the company as a chewing gum business
Perfetti acquired Netherlands-based Van Melle
Acquired the Spanish company Chupa Chups
Perfetti Van Melle closed the acquisition of Mondelez International's gum business in the United States, Canada and Europe.
