Gabriele Chiave, Founder and Creative Director of Controvento, has been announced as a mentor for the upcoming Fashion Beauty Master at IED. Drawing on his international experience in design, branding, luxury and innovation, Gabriele will support students as they develop their creative vision and explore new ways of shaping contemporary brand experiences.

His mentorship will encourage participants to move across disciplines and connect creativity with strategy, culture and storytelling. The goal is to help students build projects that are both meaningful and relevant in today's rapidly evolving landscape.

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to nurturing emerging talent and strengthening the connection between education and industry. Through this new role, Gabriele will contribute to the next generation of creative professionals while bringing Controvento's multidisciplinary approach into the classroom. We look forward to seeing the ideas and conversations that will emerge from this experience.