The Shoe Industry’s Latest C-Suite Trend? CFO Shuffling
The latest merry-go-round of executive changes at firms has been centered around the critical chief financial officer position. Since the start of the new year, Caleres, Genesco, On and…
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Kering Appoints Chief Commercial Officer
Luca de Meo is bolstering Kering‘s executive ranks ahead of revealing his strategic plan for the ailing French luxury group this spring. WWD has learned that Daniele Zito, previously…
EXCLUSIVE: Gabriela Hearst Promotes Michele Cohen to President
Designer Gabriela Hearst has promoted Michele Cohen, her longtime head of sales, to the new role of president, effective Thursday, WWD has learned. Cohen succeeds chief executive officer…
Christophe Mélard Exits Mellerio
PARIS — Christophe Mélard is leaving his role as managing director of Mellerio, the family-owned jeweler announced Wednesday. The executive, who joined the company in 2021, will exit the…
L’Oréal Opens New York Mega-hub for Content Creation, Stylist Education and More
Steps away from L’Oréal USA’s Hudson Yards offices in New York — and, more specifically, right where Neiman Marcus’ former store at the Hudson Yards mall once was — sits a shiny new…
EXCLUSIVE: Dior Names New President in Americas
Christian Dior Couture Americas has a new president, and she comes from within. Charlotte Holman Ros starts Feb. 1 at the French fashion house, moving over from her current role as…
Will Money Talk? Elliott Takes $1 Billion Stake in Lululemon, Pushes for Ralph Lauren Exec to Be Next CEO
Lululemon Athletica founder Chip Wilson has been agitating for change, and the outspoken critic now has activist investor Elliott Investment Management weighing in on a potential chief…
The Latest Beauty Executive Moves at Revlon, L’Oréal and More
Here, the latest executive moves in beauty. Ariadne Oliveira has been named Revlon’s vice president of marketing innovation, global professional hair. Oliviera joins the company from…
Berta de Pablos-Barbier to Step Up as Pandora CEO Ahead of Schedule
PARIS — Pandora said Monday that Berta de Pablos-Barbier will take up the role of chief executive officer on Jan. 1. Currently the chief marketing officer of the Danish jewelry giant, she…
Craig Williams to Leave Nike + More Changes to Senior Leadership Team at the Swoosh
Nike Inc.’s making more changes to its senior leadership team as part of its growth and offense initiatives under its “Win Now” strategy. Nike president and CEO Elliott Hill said in an…
Louis Vuitton’s Pietro Beccari Adds Fashion Group Responsibilities
Pietro Beccari, chairman and chief executive officer at Louis Vuitton, is to take on additional responsibilities at the world’s largest luxury group and also become chairman and CEO of the…
The Latest Beauty Executive Moves at Beiersdorf, Sol de Janeiro and More
Thomas Schwulera has been named vice president beauty at Zalando, the Berlin-based online platform for fashion and style. Over the past year, Zalando’s beauty activity has registered…
EXCLUSIVE: Golden Goose Confirms Mauro Maggioni as Incoming CEO of Americas
Golden Goose is appointing Mauro Maggioni as its new chief executive officer of the Americas, the brand confirmed to FN exclusively. The news comes as outgoing CEO of the Americas Silvia…
Industry Veteran Angel Martinez Makes Footwear Comeback as Co-CEO of Oofos
Oofos is reorganizing its top leadership roles. On Wednesday, the recovery footwear brand tapped industry veteran Angel Martinez to serve as co-chief executive officer. He will serve…
Nordstrom GMM Debbi Hartley-Triesch to Retire, Successor Not Yet Named
Nordstrom‘s general merchandising manager Debbi Hartley-Triesch is retiring, the company said Friday. Hartley-Triesch — who served as the executive vice president and general merchandise…
Helping C-suite Execs Brand Themselves
In brand and corporate messaging, where do executives fall short? “It’s the core messages. Those seemingly simple, deceptively difficult questions they get flummoxed by,” said Tim Braun,…
EXCLUSIVE: Lacoste Has a New CEO – and He Comes From Cognac
While it’s a tough moment for fashion, the sector still can siphon executive talent from other industries. WWD has learned that Éric Vallat, chief executive officer of Rémy Cointreau…
Jewelry Brand DoDo Has Named a CEO
Signaling its ambitions in the vibrant jewelry category, Kering has appointed a chief executive officer of DoDo, WWD has learned. A five-year veteran of Bottega Veneta, also controlled by…
Could Kering’s New CEO Come From the Auto Sector?
Could Kering recruit an executive from the automobile industry to lead its turnaround? The French luxury group declined all comment Sunday on a report in French daily Le Figaro that it is…
EXCLUSIVE: Akris Has a New CEO of the Americas
Swiss fashion house Akris has recruited Balenciaga executive Bonnie Abraham to become its new chief executive officer of the Americas as it continues its focus on retail growth. Most…
EXCLUSIVE: More Executive Changes for Flos B&B Group as Arclinea Family CEO Steps Down
MILAN — Italian luxury design conglomerate Flos B&B Italia Group, which is said to be in the throes of a major phase of restructuring, on Wednesday saw its third major executive change in…
Suite Talk: Bumble and Bumble’s Corey Reese on How He Stays Curious and Finds Balance
When Corey Reese joined Bumble and bumble in 2022 as the senior vice president and global general manager he brought with him a proven track record for driving business development,…