Aldo Balocco
Aldo Balocco was a prominent Italian entrepreneur and the founder of Balocco, a renowned confectionery company based in Fossano, Italy. He played a pivotal role in establishing the family-run business, which is particularly famous for its panettone, and helped the brand become a household name in Italy and beyond. Under his leadership, the company grew to employ around 500 people and gained a reputation for high-quality traditional Italian sweets. Aldo Balocco passed away at the age of 91 in July 2023, leaving a significant legacy in the confectionery industry.
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Recent news mentions
Aldo Balocco, inventor of the historic mandorlato, passed away a month before his brother Alberto.
Il triennio nero dei Balocco: dal fulmine che uccise Alberto al Pandoro-gate con Ferragni, fino alla scomparsa di Alessandra
Italy· 2025-08-06
Aldo Balocco was the honorary president and founder of the Balocco group.
Alberto Balocco, morto l’imprenditore dell’omonimo panettone- Corriere.itItaly· 2025-08-04
