Franco  is the Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Flower&Klein Americas.

He’s a seasoned global leader with 20+ years of experience in executive leadership, turnarounds, and cross-border expansion. From co-founding Eataly Net to leading Krause Group’s $3.5B portfolio across hospitality, retail, real estate, and sports, he brings a proven record of building teams, scaling businesses, and delivering growth worldwide.

Driven by purpose, Franco sees leadership as a platform for transformation—bridging cultures, driving innovation, and creating organizations that are both high-performing and humane. Inspired by mentors like James Hollis and Ellen Langer, he is committed to mindful leadership, cultural exchange, and mentoring the next generation of leaders.