Marco Bizzarri receives honorary doctorate by University for the Creative Arts
Recognised for his 'visionary leadership', the former CEO of high-end luxury house Gucci and president and co-founder of Milan-based venture fund Forel, his career has so far spanned over 35 years at the top end of the fashion industry.
During his tenure at Gucci, he's cited as 're-establish[ing] the brand's leading luxury status, tripling revenue and doubling the organisation within just seven years'.
And by 'focusing on people, talent, culture and values', he's also recognised for 'revolutionising the approach to business leadership', and led the Italian fashion house 'into the strongest period of financial growth and critical success in more than 20 years'.
Through his family holding company Nessifashion, he also invests in companies within the realms of fashion, luxury and design.
Previously, Bizzarri has also been named British Fashion Awards International Business Leader of the Year three times and France's Knight of the Legion of Honor.
In his acceptance speech, he said: 'It's a privilege… to speak in a place that shapes the next generation of creative minds and leaders.'
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