Early Life
Alberto Bombassei was born in Vicenza, Italy, in October 1940. He grew up in Bergamo due to his father's work-related relocations. His father, Emilio Bombassei, co-founded Brembo in 1961.
Rise to Success
Bombassei joined Brembo in 1964 as a commercial manager and was instrumental in the company's growth. In 1976, he became the general manager. A pivotal moment came in 1975 when Enzo Ferrari chose Brembo for his Formula 1 cars, which led to the company's prominence in the automotive industry. Under Bombassei's leadership, Brembo has grown into a global leader in automotive brake systems, supplying its products to major automotive manufacturers worldwide.
Key Business Strategies
Bombassei's leadership has focused on innovation, particularly in high-performance braking systems. He strategically expanded Brembo's operations, with manufacturing plants worldwide. A key strategy involved entering the motorsports industry, which allowed Brembo to test new technologies and transfer them to road cars and bikes.
Philanthropy
While specific amounts are not available, Alberto Bombassei is known for his contributions, which include his involvement with the Kilometro Rosso Scientific and Technological Park, a campus promoting dialogue between academic, business, and scientific cultures.