Francesco Aquilini

Francesco Aquilini is a Canadian businessman and investor who serves as chairman and owner of the Vancouver Canucks.

Francesco Aquilini is a Canadian businessman and investor who serves as chairman and owner of the Vancouver Canucks. He is a managing director of the Vancouver-based Aquilini Investment Group, a family-owned company with holdings across real estate, hospitality, food and beverage, sport and entertainment, technology, renewable energy, and agriculture. Aquilini is a prominent figure in Canadian sports and business.

Early life and education

Francesco Aquilini was born in 1960 and was born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia. He studied business administration at Simon Fraser University and later earned an MBA from UCLA.

Business career

Aquilini works as managing director of Aquilini Investment Group, the family company founded by his father, Luigi Aquilini. The group operates across multiple sectors, including development, property management, hospitality, food and beverage, sports, technology, renewable energy, and agriculture.

Vancouver Canucks ownership

Aquilini is widely known for his role in the ownership of the Vancouver Canucks. Aquilini Investment Group became a part owner in 2004 and later acquired full ownership of the franchise in 2006. He has served as the team’s representative on the NHL Board of Governors.

Other roles and holdings

Beyond hockey, Aquilini has been associated with other business interests, including Enthusiast Gaming, where he is chairman. He is also linked to other assets and ventures within the Aquilini business portfolio.