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AC Milan names Massimo Calvelli as CEO as it goes "in house" in bid to restore winning culture
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
AC Milan named Massimo Calvelli as chief executive officer on Friday in a bid to “bring a winning culture” back to the club.The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.S. owner, RedBird Capital Partners, last month as it cleaned house after what it deemed “an unequivocal...
Key takeaway The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The appointment of Massimo Calvelli as CEO of AC Milan may seem like a distant development to Magnolia residents, but it highlights the growing influence of US-based ownership in international sports. RedBird Capital Partners, the US owner of AC Milan, has taken a hands-on approach to restoring the club's winning culture, which could have implications for how local sports teams and organizations in Montgomery County approach leadership and management. As Magnolia's own sports teams and clubs strive for excellence, they may draw inspiration from Calvelli's emphasis on establishing a culture of collaboration and professionalism. Furthermore, the fact that Calvelli will continue to serve in his roles at RedBird Development Group and RedBird Capital Partners suggests that his appointment is part of a broader strategy to drive innovation and change, a approach that could be applied to various sectors in Magnolia, including business and education.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? AC Milan named Massimo Calvelli as chief executive officer on Friday in a bid to “bring a winning culture” back to the club.The 51-year-old Calvelli replaces Giorgio Furlani, who was fired by U.S. owner, RedBird Capital Partners, last month as it cleaned house after what it deemed “an unequivocal...
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