Paolo Chiesa

Paolo Chiesa is a senior fashion executive with over 25 years of international experience in global merchandising, commercial strategy, and brand development within the luxury and premium fashion industry. He is currently Global Collection and Retail Merchandising Director at Balmain Paris, where he oversees worldwide merchandising strategies, collection planning, pricing, and omnichannel assortment development across key international markets.

Throughout his career, Paolo has held top executive roles at leading fashion houses including Jil Sander, Dsquared2, N°21, Marni, Roberto Cavalli, and Dolce & Gabbana, managing global teams, multi-regional sales networks, and complex retail and wholesale ecosystems. His expertise lies in bridging creative vision and commercial performance, aligning product strategy with market positioning and business sustainability.

Paolo holds a Degree in Business Economics from Università Bocconi in Milan and regularly contributes to educational programs as a guest lecturer, sharing real-world insights on merchandising strategy, brand growth, and the evolution of global fashion systems.