Leandro Rizzuto Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 20, 1962 New York City, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Arizona State University (did not finish) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Denise Rizzuto |
| Children | 3 |
| Parent(s) | Leandro Rizzuto Rita Rizzuto |
Leandro Rizzuto Jr. (born March 20, 1962) is an American businessman who was U.S. Consul General in Hamilton, Bermuda during the Trump administration. He was unsuccessfully nominated by President Donald Trump to become the next United States Ambassador to Barbados. Trump subsequently appointed him to the diplomatic post in Bermuda, a position that did not require confirmation by the Senate.
He is the son of Leandro Rizzuto, billionaire founder of Conair Corporation. Rizzuto previously worked as a senior executive in his father's company.