Filippo Berti Appointed CEO At Ali Group

The Ali Group announced March 14 that Filippo Berti has been promoted to the office of Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1.

As Ali Group CEO, Berti will have responsibility for all of the Milan, Italy, firm’s 77 brands and operating companies worldwide. Ali Group Founder Luciano Berti will continue in his role as Chairman and remain actively engaged with the company and its corporate staff.

Filippo Berti joined the Ali Group in May 2008 with the acquisition of Beverage-Air, where he held the role of president. He most recently served as CEO and Chairman of Chicago-based Ali Group North America, and played a key role in its successful acquisitions of Beverage-Air, Edlund, Scotsman Industries and InterMetro Industries.

“Since Filippo joined the Ali Group in 2008, he has proven to be a dynamic, discerning manager, well-respected by his team and those in the foodservice industry. Over his career, I have provided him with direct experience in the field and the opportunity to see the many different aspects of our business. Filippo has shown himself to have vision and a great sensitivity to the market,” Luciano Berti said.