ABK Group appoints new leadership

Andrea Fabbri has been named Chairman, supported by newly appointed CEO Stefano Socci.

ABK Group recently announced several changes in its top management. At the board meeting held on 22 April, Andrea Fabbri was appointed Chairman of the Finale Emilia-based ceramic group, with specific responsibility for Administration and Finance. At the same meeting, the board of directors nominated Stefano Socci Chief Executive Officer.

Roberto Fabbri will serve as Honorary Chairman and, together with Michelangelo Fortuna, will continue to provide support during the company’s new phase. The new structure allows for full collaboration between the Chairman and CEO, with the aim of ensuring more effective, streamlined and growth-oriented governance.

Andrea Fabbri, who holds a degree in Corporate Finance and an Executive MBA from Bologna Business School, began his career specialising in M&A, auditing and financial due diligence.

After joining ABK Group in 2014 as Credit Manager, he was appointed Group CFO in 2017 and in 2020 became Executive Chairman of Gardenia Orchidea SpA, where he successfully oversaw the renewal of the exclusive distribution agreement with Versace.

Stefano Socci has over thirty years of experience at large international industrial companies, including Nicotra Gebhardt (part of the Regal Beloit Group), Faber and Ideal Standard Holding.