Advent appoints Italian chairman

De Giglio has over 18 years in the Italian private equity market, working as central director of So.Pa.F., one of the earliest private equity players in Italy, for ten years. He joins Advent after six years at Société Générale Private Equity Italia.

Advent International has installed Francesco de Giglio as chairman of the Italian office of the firm, bringing the team up to five people. De Giglio will work alongside existing managing director, John Singer, and principals Filippo de Vecchi and Giovanni Galasso, and will be integral in continuing the strong.

De Giglio have over 18 years in the Italian private equity market, working as central director of So.Pa.F., one of the earliest private equity players in Italy, for ten years. He joins Advent after six years at Société Générale Private Equity Italia.