Piero Pirelli

Piero Pirelli was an Italian industrialist and a key figure in the development of the Pirelli company, a major manufacturer of tires and rubber products. He joined the family business, founded by his father Giovanni Battista Pirelli in 1872, in 1904. Under his leadership as chairman from 1932, the company, headquartered in Milan, expanded its operations significantly, contributing to advancements in electric cable and automobile tire production. The Pirelli group also established factories internationally and played a role in developing Italy's telephone service. Piero's brother, Alberto, also held leadership positions and was active in international economic affairs.12