Sandro Veronesi & family

CEO, Oniverse (formerly Calzedonia)

Real-Time Net Worth

$2B

As of December 2025

Age

Source

Fashion

Industry

fashion-retail

Citizenship

Biography

Sandro Veronesi, born in 1959, is an Italian billionaire and the founder of the Calzedonia Group, a major player in the fashion retail industry. His career began at Golden Lady Spa before launching Calzedonia in 1987, which has grown to include brands like Intimissimi and Tezenis, with over 5,600 stores globally. As of December 2024, his net worth is estimated at $2.0 billion, a testament to his success in the fashion world. Veronesi is also known for establishing the San Zeno Foundation in 1999, reinvesting Calzedonia's profits into education and work opportunities.

Wealth Over Time

Portfolio Holdings

Calzedonia

In-Depth Profile

Early Life

Sandro Veronesi was born in Ala, Trento, Italy, in 1959. He graduated from the University of Verona with a degree in Economics and Business in 1983.

Rise to Success

Veronesi's career started at Golden Lady Spa. In 1987, he founded Calzedonia Spa, which initially focused on selling tights and stockings. By 2013, Calzedonia had expanded to over 3,000 stores across more than 30 countries. He expanded the business to include lingerie and underwear in the mid-1990s. In 1996 Calzedonia Group expanded with Intimissimi and in 2003 with Tezenis. In 2009 Calzedonia Group acquired a majority share in Falconeri.

Key Business Strategies

Veronesi's strategy included producing and selling high-quality products at competitive prices. He also expanded the business internationally and launched the Signorvino chain of wine bars in 2013.

Philanthropy

In 1999, Sandro Veronesi established the San Zeno Foundation, which reinvests Calzedonia's profits into education, training, and work opportunities.

Career Milestones

1987

Founded Calzedonia

Launched Calzedonia Spa, focused on selling tights and stockings.

1999

Established San Zeno Foundation

Founded the San Zeno Foundation to support education and employment.

2013

Added to Forbes Billionaires list

Recognized as a billionaire by Forbes.

Philanthropy & Social Impact

Education and Employment

San Zeno Foundation

Unknown

Supports education, training, and work projects in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America.