Shocking news arose from the luxury fashion industry. Benjamin Cercio is reported leaving Gucci to pursue his career despite his successful stint at the company.
Benjamin Cercio Leaving Gucci
Before joining Gucci, Benjamin Cercio climbed up his career at Louis Vuitton from 2006 to 2022. His role in Louis Vuitton includes European Press Officer, Celebrity Press Manager, International Celebrity Relations Director, and ultimately, International Director of Press, Influencer & Entertainment Relations.
In November 2022, Benjamin Cercio joined Gucci as global communications director. Not until one year after joining Gucci, in July 2023, Benjamin Cercio was promoted. His responsibilities include direct oversight of the Gucci Archive and Gucci Garden, strengthening the brand’s ties to arts and culture. Additionally, he also played an essential role for the communications strategy for Gucci Osteria and Giardino 25, a café and cocktail bar in Florence.
Being an active contributor as Gucci’s senior vice president of global communications, Benjamin Cercio must have contributed valuable support to the company. However, he decided to leave the company “to pursue other career opportunities.”
The internal announcement signed by Alessio Vannetti, the executive vice president and chief brand officer at Gucci, said, “We thank Benjamin for his contribution, strong commitment, professionalism, and enthusiasm.”
Benjamin Cercio’s Next Move
Some people assume that Benjamin Cercio will quit the fashion business industry and focus on his son. Fortunately, the rumors remain baseless. As mentioned above, Cercio decided to leave Gucci to ‘pursue other career opportunities.’
Meanwhile, considering his notable contributions in the luxury fashion, it’s undoubtedly that Benjamin Cercio is going to peak high in hie future career. Furthermore, high-end fashionistas believe that brighter future is waiting for Benjamin Cercio. With his educational background from SKEMA Business School, combined with his extensive professional experience, Cercio is undeniably going to contribute more in luxury fashion industry. However, his next move has yet to be known.
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Source: WWD
