Leadership Articles

Meet Paolo Dellachà: The New Captain at the Helm of Italian Design House Pininfarina

Continually evolving and riding the crest of innovation, the Italian design giant Pininfarina S.p.A. enters a new phase of its journey under the guidance of Paolo Dellachà. As the newly appointed CEO and General Manager, Dellachà comes aboard to steer the company into uncharted territories, leading his crew with a vision for the future filled with promise and anticipation.

With Dellachà at the helm, Pininfarina expects to gain renewed vigor, given the integration of fresh perspectives and insights. Guided by his adept leadership, the company is poised to strengthen its long-term blueprint and explore deeper into the oceans of design and innovation.

Dellachà’s appointment is not just a changing of the guards, but a symbol of the company’s commitment to continuously reinvent and pioneer within the industry. As the marquee company gears up for this new chapter, stakeholders eagerly await the waves that this new captain is set to make.

15-12-2025

Kai Marks-Dasent Outstandingly Seizes the Sylvester Simmons Young Sailor of the Year Award for the Second Time

Kai Marks-Dasent, a rising star of the sailing world, has once again been awarded the prestigious Sylvester Simmons Young Sailor of the Year, courtesy of the SVG Sailing Association. This impressive accolade accentuates not only his extraordinary sailing ability but also his exceptional character, ingrained with service and leadership—core values that align exquisitely with the charitable Sylvester Simmons Foundation’s mission.

Throughout the course of the year, Marks-Dasent emphatically represented his homeland, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, in numerous regional and international sailing events. These included prominent regattas such as the Barbados Youth Sailing Week, the Antigua ILCA Open, the UK ILCA Nationals and the Caribbean Dinghy Championships in his home waters of Antigua. Each performance was testament to his indomitable spirit and a clear statement of his desire to excel both for himself and his fellow countrymen.

09-12-2025

The Unsuspected Relationship Between Acting and Leadership in the Nautical Realm

Exploring a unique perspective on leadership development, this article delves into how innovative learning experiences can transform one's approach in nautical leadership.
03-12-2025

Patrik von Sydow Sails Away from CEO Position at Turquoise Yachts After Six Years at Helm

After steering Turquoise Yachts for six prosperous years, CEO Patrik von Sydow is set to step down by end of November 2025.
15-10-2025

Take Control of Your Nautical Journey: How Mastery of Leadership Transforms Your Time at Sea

It's time to take the helm, to embrace the art of leadership on the open sea, transforming your sailing experience entirely.
10-03-2025