Luca Cordero di Montezemolo

Luca Cordero di Montezemolo is a prominent Italian businessman and former chairman of Ferrari, Fiat S.p.A., Confindustria, and Alitalia. Born on August 31, 1947, in Bologna, Italy, he hails from an aristocratic family in the Piedmont region. Montezemolo graduated in law from Sapienza University of Rome in 1971 and later studied international law at Columbia University in New York. In 1973, he joined Ferrari as Enzo Ferrari's assistant and later became the head of Ferrari's Formula 1 team. Under his leadership, Ferrari achieved significant success in Formula 1, winning multiple World Drivers and Constructors Championships. He served as the chairman of Ferrari from 1991 to 2014, overseeing the company's growth and success during that period. +2+2+2The Thrill of Driving+8+8Premium Speakers+8+1+1

Beyond his role at Ferrari, Montezemolo has been involved in various other ventures. He served as the chairman of Fiat S.p.A. and Confindustria, Italy's main industrial association. In 2009, he founded Italia Futura, a think tank aimed at promoting liberal-centrist policies in Italy. Montezemolo has also been involved in the launch of Italo S.p.A., Europe's first private high-speed train company, and has held leadership positions in companies like Maserati and Telethon, Italy's most important charity for genetic disease research. +2+2Pantheon+2+1+1italospa.italotreno.it

Some of Montezemolo's notable quotes reflect his philosophy on business and leadership. He has stated:Premium Speakers+2Quotes and statuses+2Highmotor+2

"We don't sell a car, we sell a dream. We are Italy's national team. There are many great soccer teams in our country, but there is only one Ferrari."

"Certainly, old age is often incompatible with certain roles and responsibilities."

"I’m a full-of-contradictions kind of guy."

These quotes highlight Montezemolo's emphasis on the emotional connection between Ferrari and its customers, his recognition of the challenges that come with leadership roles, and his acknowledgment of his own complexities as an individual.