(Italy) – Italian lighting manufacturer, Zafferano, announces the appointment of Stefania Gambino as Chief Executive Officer, to lead the company into a new phase of growth and international consolidation.

Stefania Gambino, an experienced manager with a strong track record in leading and scaling structured organisations such as Philip Morris, Luxottica, and Kering, will bring to Zafferano a strategic vision focused on innovation, strengthening the brand’s positioning, and developing key markets in Italy and abroad.

Federico de Majo, Founder and President of Zafferano, comments: “Zafferano is a project in constant evolution, born from the desire to bring colour and conviviality into everyday life. Today, we are ready to broaden our perspective, expand internationally, and continue to innovate while staying true to our identity. We are confident that Stefania Gambino will lead this journey with energy and vision.”

The investment fund Gradiente, which has been a shareholder since 2022, adds: “We are pleased to welcome Stefania Gambino as CEO of Zafferano. Her extensive experience in internationally recognised companies, particularly in the fashion sector, and her ability to support growth paths represent a valuable asset in addressing upcoming challenges and seizing new opportunities for development and consolidation in international markets.”

Stefania Gambino comments: “I am excited to join Zafferano at a time of strong evolution. With insightful thinking and a distinctive, unconventional creative approach, the company has created new product categories and established itself as a clear point of reference in the market. By building on Zafferano’s unique strengths – the ability to combine innovation, design, and quality, translating them into a lifestyle defined by joy, colour, and sharing – and leveraging a highly talented team, we will be able to fully seize every opportunity ahead.”

At the same time, the company would like to thank Engineer Alessandro Falsetti for his contribution, over more than three years in his role, to the structuring of Zafferano.