François Pinault

François Pinault is a French billionaire businessman and art collector, best known for founding the luxury goods group Kering, which owns brands like Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. He built his wealth through a successful retail empire and later became a major supporter of contemporary art, amassing a private collection and establishing the Palazzo Grassi in Venice as an art venue. Pinault’s influence extends beyond commerce and art, making him one of France's prominent cultural and economic figures.