Rosa Santamaria Maurizio is appointed head of human resources at Prada.

Prada has announced a shift in its human resources division

which has been overseen by Andrea Guerra since the beginning of the year

Rosa Santamaria Maurizio, formerly of Valentino

 has joined the Italian luxury group as chief people officer.

who has been with the company since 2007 and has held this role for ten years, is replaced by her.

The Italian manager will answer to CEO Andrea Guerra directly

According to a press release from the company, "She will actively contribute to the cultural growth 

40 years, is getting ready to depart the Milan-based company in October.