Meet the Team
The KAMPOS team is comprised of friends who have a deep affection for the Mediterranean Sea and its associated lifestyle. The team came together inspired by a desire to maintain the pristine image of the Mediterranean and a common goal to preserve its cleanliness, sustain the marine that brings it to life and ensure its vibrancy for generations to come. A bevy of high fashion clothing and accessories made from recycled materials like plastic bottles and abandoned or “ghost” fishing nets, as well as other 100% organic fabrics, many of which are threatening the future of those who live in countries surrounding the Mediterranean and the marine life that live within it.
Alessandro Vergano
Founder & CEO
Half Sicilian and half Ligurian, Alessandro grew up on the Mediterranean and it became an integral part of his life. His love and passion for the Mediterranean have grown stronger as has his desire to take action to preserve it for the future. So, after an accomplished career in marketing and sales at Procter and Gamble and Swarovski, Alessandro decided it was time to do something to promote and protect the beauty that has inspired him throughout his life and give consumers the possibility to buy sustainable luxury. Aside from his abiding passion for ensuring the success of KAMPOS, he enjoys traveling, reading, exercising, and spending time with friends and family. Alessandro holds a degree in business administration from Bocconi University and an MBA from the London Business School.
Alessandro Di Lorenzo
Creative Director
Originally from Marche region, Alessandro has lived and worked in Milan, in his view one of the most dynamic and beautiful cities of the world: Milano. As a designer specializing in high-end fashion and jewelry, Alessandro has worked for brands worldwide helping them become more successful by “push boundaries” and thinking of innovative ways to inspire others through his creativity and passion for bringing life to products that have purpose and value.
Frida Saracchi
Sales Director
Frida was born near Varese and considers Sardinia her second home. She graduated in Foreign Languages at Cattolica University in Milan and she’s gained 20 years experience in Retail. Starting as Sales Assistant, she has long worked later on as Store Manager for some of the most important Italian High Jewelry brands. Customer-oriented and focused on excellence in service, she’s in charge for the opening of Kampos Boutiques and Lighthouses in the world ever since the inauguration of the first Store in Porto Cervo. She is passionate about travels, art, yoga and photography. She’s sea-addicted and dreams of a sustainable life style.
Melanie Hiernard
Director of Communications
Originally from France, Melanie is a creative, dynamic and positive individual whose ambition is to make a difference in the world through her work and personal life while empowering women in everything she does. At a very young age, she developed a strong interest in exploring the world, discovering new cultures and learning new languages. She has pursued her international career in marketing and communications for over 8 years and lived across Europe and the Middle East. Driven by her values, she believes in a better and more sustainable world and is committed to create a positive impact.
Sanghyun Yu
Managing Director South Korea
Ruben comes from South Korea and enjoys all outdoor activities which brought him to develop a deep sense of awe and respect towards nature. For him, sustainability has been a topic for a long time. In an era where everyone speaks about environment issues, Ruben has been the perfect partner to launch Kampos in Korea, sharing the inspiration of the Brand, based on authenticity and ethical values. He majored in film and worked as an independent film director. Until recently, he has served as a brand manager and community expert at for a famous outdoor company in Asia. To Ruben Kampos Korea is not only a business but it’s a great opportunity and a mission in preserving Korean Sea for future generations.