Andrea Riggio

Andrea Riggio currently serves as the VP/GM for East Europe at Beko Europe, overseeing the Whirlpool, Hotpoint, and Indesit brands. Previously, Andrea held various senior positions at Whirlpool Corporation from April 2015 to March 2024, including VP/GM for Central Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and General Manager for Central Europe, focusing on driving growth and profitability across extensive regions and budgets. Significant accomplishments include managing operations across multiple countries, enhancing organizational efficiency, and implementing strategic initiatives that revitalized businesses in Belgium, Luxembourg, and Italy. Andrea also contributed as a Member of the Management Board at TradePlace B.V. and has a comprehensive background with Whirlpool and Accenture, spanning roles in marketing, brand management, and engineering. Andrea holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from MIP Politecnico di Milano and completed a Management Acceleration Program at INSEAD.