www.CPOPLAYBOOK.com [http://www.cpoplaybook.com/] Episode Transcript [http://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/%20becoming-boss-valentino] About Alessandro Patruno, Head of Business Intelligence and Planning Transformation at global luxury brand Valentino, discusses his journey from individual contributor to manager. He shares insights on overcoming challenges such as managing diverse teams and building trust, emphasizing the importance of soft skills like teamwork and communication in effective leadership. Alessandro's experience offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders in technical environments, making this episode essential listening for those navigating their own managerial journey. * Alessandro Patruno [https://www.linkedin.com/in/apatruno/] A proud graduate of Bocconi University in Milan, Alessandro started his career in 2009 as a Business Analyst at Levi Strauss & Co. and then at Brooks Brothers, engaged in Merchandising, Retail, Wholesale and Planning topics. Afterwards, he worked in the renowned Milanese luxury gastronomy Peck as an International Business Manager, with the goal of nurturing his commercial skills in addition to the analytical ones. Lastly, he joined Valentino in 2015, where he held progressively responsible positions, ultimately assuming the role of Head of Business Intelligence and Planning Transformation Initiatives. * All media inquiries: [email protected]