Early Life and Family
Nicoletta Zampillo was born in Milan, Italy, in 1958. She married Paolo Basilico and had a son, Rocco Basilico. Later, she married Leonardo Del Vecchio in 1997. Del Vecchio already had children from a previous marriage. They divorced and remarried in 2010. This union blended their families, bringing together children from both previous marriages. Her father was one of the first representatives of Luxottica eyeglasses for Milan and Lombardy.
Rise to Success
Nicoletta Zampillo's wealth stems from her 12.5% stake in Delfin, the holding company of her late husband, Leonardo Del Vecchio. Delfin has significant investments in EssilorLuxottica, Generali, Mediobanca, UniCredit, and Covivio. Through Delfin, Zampillo indirectly influences EssilorLuxottica, the world's largest eyewear company. Her children, Rocco Basilico and Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, are involved in EssilorLuxottica, contributing to the family's business legacy.
Key Business Strategies
Nicoletta Zampillo's financial success is closely tied to the performance of companies within Delfin's investment portfolio. Her stake in Delfin, which owns a significant share of EssilorLuxottica, is her primary business involvement. Delfin's investments in various companies have ensured her financial success. After the death of her husband in 2022, she inherited 25% of the company, leaving 12.5% to each of the children.
Philanthropy
Information regarding Nicoletta Zampillo's specific philanthropic initiatives and amounts is not readily available through the provided search results.
