As part of the ongoing growth and consolidation of the Villa d’Este Group, which began in 2024 with a number of acquisitions, including Hotel Miralago and Harry’s Bar in Cernobbio, Villa d’Este is delighted to announce two key appointments to its senior leadership team. Mirko Marchi has been named as General Manager, whilst Barbara Gibellini has been appointed Resident Manager, with both bringing consolidated international experience and knowledge of the luxury hotel industry.
Marchi has more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having held senior positions in international groups such as Marriott and Hyatt, both between the United States and the Middle East. His career path began in Food & Beverage, leading him to leadership roles in Italy and abroad, eventually joining Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco as Director of Operations, before being promoted to Managing Director in 2022.
Meanwhile, following a degree in Engineering from the Politecnico University in Milan and a Master’s degree in Fashion Retail Management from Bocconi University, Gibellini embarked on a career path in the retail sector before moving to the world of hospitality in 2008. She has gained solid experience as General Manager at several companies, including Boscolo Hotels and, more recently, at Villa Principe Leopoldo and Park Hotel Principe in Lugano.
Commenting on the appointments ,Davide Bertilaccio, CEO of Villa d’Este Spa and Managing Director of the Group, shared: “Villa d’Este, besides being an international landmark, also represents so much for the community and its employees. In 2024, we celebrated the hotel’s 152nd season and numerous successes: the credit for this is above all due to the people who work there; many of whom have been with us for many years and are always animated by a sense of belonging as never found before. With their arrival and fantastic experience, Mirko Marchi and Barbara Gibellini will strengthen the cohesion and value of the team. They are ready to face with us a period of great challenges and responsibilities where they will express all of their talent.”
The season will officially restart on Tuesday 18th March, under the banner of elegance and timeless quality.