Prestigious Sicilian Brokerage Joins Elite Network to Showcase Island’s Most Exceptional Properties
SICILY, ITALY July 1, 2025 – Forbes Global Properties, an international network of selected real estate brokerages that connects buyers and sellers to the world’s most exceptional properties, is proud to welcome Rizzotti Advisors to its prestigious ranks. Based in Sicily, Italy, and founded by seasoned industry professionals Felice Rizzotti and Loredana Cucinotta, Rizzotti Advisors will exclusively represent Forbes Global Properties throughout the region, leveraging the brand’s global reach to elevate Sicily’s most breathtaking estates.
With deep roots in architecture, design, and the emotional resonance of remarkable spaces, Rizzotti Advisors was born from a shared passion for prestige real estate and a mission to serve the island’s most discerning buyers and sellers. The firm offers a highly tailored, full-service approach to the brokerage of exceptional properties across Sicily’s most sought-after locations, including the iconic towns of Taormina, Ortigia, Noto Shire, Catania, Palermo, and the Aeolian Islands.
“Our goal has always been to create a firm that goes beyond traditional real estate. Joining Forbes Global Properties enables us to expand our international reach and share the magic of Sicilian living with a global audience.”
— Felice Rizzotti, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Rizzotti Advisors
In addition to their brokerage services, Rizzotti Advisors has cultivated an extensive network of partners—top-tier legal, financial, tax, and architectural professionals—to offer a 360-degree consulting model for both local and international clients. This strategic foundation uniquely positions the firm as a trusted advisor in navigating complex, high-value transactions.
“Sicily has long captivated the world with its cultural richness, natural beauty, and architectural heritage,” said Michael Jalbert, CEO of Forbes Global Properties. “With deep regional insight and a profound appreciation for the island’s heritage, Rizzotti Advisors is uniquely positioned to connect global buyers with a destination where old-world charm meets enduring investment value.”
“Our goal has always been to create a firm that goes beyond traditional real estate,” said Felice Rizzotti, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Rizzotti Advisors. “Joining Forbes Global Properties enables us to expand our international reach and share the magic of Sicilian living with a global audience.”
“There’s an undeniable emotional connection that people feel when they encounter the right property,” added Loredana Cucinotta, Co-CEO and Co-Founder. “We’re excited to bring our clients closer to their dream homes while providing the highest level of expertise and global visibility.”
The announcement is being celebrated today in Taormina at the iconic Grand Hotel San Pietro, where an exclusive conference will bring together leading voices in real estate, economics, and Sicilian heritage. Speakers include Michael Jalbert, CEO of Forbes Global Properties; Marcus Benussi, Managing Director, Business Development of Forbes Global Properties; David Gasman, Director Branded Ventures, Forbes; Felice Rizzotti, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Rizzotti Advisors; and distinguished guests such as Prof. Enrico Macrì, Professor of Commercial Law; Dr. Paolo Bonaccorso, President of the ODEC Budget Committee; Dr. Nico Torrisi, President of SAC SpA; and Dr Flavio Sarcià, Director Italy of Banca Patrimoni Sella & C. Together, they will explore development opportunities and innovative strategies for enhancing Sicily’s heritage and positioning it globally as a luxury real estate destination.
The exclusive worldwide residential real estate partner of Forbes, Forbes Global Properties provides branding and marketing services to the world’s premier real estate firms and is now represented by real estate agents across 28 countries in more than 600 locations. As members of this exclusive network, Rizzotti Advisors will benefit from Forbes’ engaged audience of more than 167 million to connect, inspire, and inform affluent potential homebuyers and sellers about the finest properties for sale globally.
Homes are presented across Forbes and Forbes Global Properties print, digital, and social media channels and paired with expert commentary, timely market data, and top-tier editorials. Rizzotti Advisors’ prime residential listings will also be showcased on forbesglobalproperties.com, a curated collection of high-value, quality home listings.
About Rizzotti Advisors
Rizzotti Advisors was founded on a shared passion for architecture, design, and emotionally resonant real estate. With a focus on Sicily’s most prestigious properties and a full-service consulting approach, the firm offers unmatched expertise in brokering luxury sales and rentals in some of the island’s most iconic locations. Through personalized service and deep local insight, Rizzotti Advisors delivers a bespoke real estate experience for discerning global clientele.
About Forbes Global Properties
Led by the world’s foremost independent residential brokers and industry veterans, Forbes Global Properties is the exclusive real estate partner of Forbes. Our members connect discerning buyers and sellers of the most exceptional properties worldwide. Leveraging Forbes’s worldwide reach and digital monthly audience of more than 167 million, our listings tell the stories that make our properties unique. Established in 2020, our invitation-only network spans more than 600 locations and comprises over 20,000 property experts across the U.S., Asia, Australia, Canada, the Caribbean, Mexico, the Middle East, New Zealand, and Europe. For more information, visit forbesglobalproperties.com.
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