Bortuzzo hired as Alain Mikli chief

Antonio Bortuzzo has joined the Alain Mikli International Group as chief executive officer.

Following his appointment the company announced a series of growth targets including expansion of independent boutiques in Asia and the US.

Bortuzzo's previous experience includes five years as CEO of the Marcolin group and three years with Allison Eyewear.

He replaces Dominique Alba (right) who has been CEO at the group for the past two years and negotiated the addition of the Vuarnet brand to the Mikli corporate group.

Alba, pictured with Bortuzzo (left) and Alain Mikli, will continue at the company as a shareholder and director.