AS Roma has appointed John Galantic as its new chief executive officer, filling a key operational vacancy following the departure of Lina Souloukou, according to the club’s official announcement. Galantic, a 65-year-old dual US and Swiss citizen, reports directly to owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin, bringing a corporate background that spans major global consumer brands.
Who is John Galantic? Career Background of Roma’s New CEO
He began his professional journey at Procter & Gamble, where he managed marketing and sales portfolios across Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Before joining Chanel—where he spent 16 years alternating as president and chief operating officer—Galantic held international marketing roles at GlaxoSmithKline and served as president of Coty Americas within Coty Beauty.
Beyond his luxury goods experience, Galantic has held seats on corporate boards. According to club disclosures, he has served on the board of Bacardi Limited since 2011, is a partner at the private equity fund Advent International, and has served on the board of Ferrari. His immediate past role was chief executive officer of the Tod’s group, where he took the administrative helm of the Della Valle family company following its delisting in 2024.
Club Hierarchy and Ownership Objectives
With Galantic’s arrival, AS Roma completes an executive structure that previously relied on a lean management team comprising the technical staff, sporting director, and executives managing accounts (Morrow) and revenues (Gandler), as reported by the club. Described by the club as a “romanista da sempre” because his father was of Roma, Galantic acts as a primary liaison between the club’s operations in Italy and ownership in Houston.
“Ama questa città, ne comprende l’anima, conosce i suoi tifosi e sa cosa rappresenta questo Club per loro,” stated owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin in the official release. “Siamo fermamente convinti che sia la persona giusta per guidare questo Club nel suo secondo secolo di storia.”
The ownership tied the appointment to a transitional phase for the organization. “La sua nomina arriva in una stagione di nuovi inizi,” the owners stated, noting the club’s return to the Champions League and the launch of celebrations for the club’s centenary on July 22.
Did you know? John Galantic is the CEO to take the reins at AS Roma since the departure of Lina Souloukou, stepping into the role just as the club enters its centenary celebrations and prepares for Champions League competition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new CEO of AS Roma?
John Galantic, a 65-year-old American and Swiss manager with extensive experience at Chanel, Procter & Gamble, and Tod’s, is the new chief executive officer of AS Roma, according to the club’s official announcement.
Who does the CEO of AS Roma report to?
John Galantic reports directly to club owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin, according to AS Roma.
What are John Galantic’s previous professional roles?
Galantic previously served as president and chief operating officer of Chanel for 16 years, CEO of the Tod’s group, president of Coty Americas, and held roles at Procter & Gamble and GlaxoSmithKline, alongside board memberships at Ferrari and Bacardi Limited.
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