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Multiversity Names Francesco Durante CEO as Fabio Vaccarono Becomes Executive Chairman

The shift takes effect in early 2026 to reinforce governance through a foundation led by Luciano Violante.

Overview

  • The appointments will become operative in the first months of 2026, with Vaccarono also confirmed as president of Pegaso, Mercatorum and San Raffaele Roma.
  • Luciano Violante will serve as honorary president and chair the new Fondazione Multiversity focused on innovation and reducing educational poverty, which will publish a quarterly cultural review.
  • Francesco Durante leaves Sisal to lead the group after a 17-year tenure, following recent regional responsibilities within Flutter.
  • Sisal has appointed CFO Roberto Di Fonzo as CEO effective 1 February 2026 to ensure continuity in management.
  • Multiversity posted 2024 revenue above €527 million with €259.6 million in EBITDA and €88.6 million in net profit, and it spans three digital universities plus certification and training businesses.