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Kering finalises the acquisition of a 30% stake in Valentino
The French-based luxury group announced that it has completed the acquisition of a 30% shareholding in Valentino, following approval from the antitrust authorities
Rosana Perán takes over as President of the European Footwear Confederation
The president of FICE and vice-president of the Pikolinos Group has become the first woman to lead the organisation, with a mission to promote “Industry 5.0” to transform the footwear sector
Stella McCartney names new CEO
Amandine Ohayon has been appointed the new CEO of the British premium shoe and ready-to-wear brand. She succeeds Gabriele Maggio, who is leaving after four years at the helm
Get to know Uzbekistan’s fast-growing footwear industry
We spoke with Boboev Fakhriddin, Chairman of the Association of Leather and Footwear Producers of Uzbekistan, to find out a little more about one of the fastest-growing industries in Central Asia
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Genesco appoints Andy Gray as President of the Journeys Group
The Nashville-based footwear company has announced the appointment of Andy Gray as President of the Journeys Group, effective from the 3rd of January 2024
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Columbia Sportswear names new president for the Sorel brand
The US-based company announced that Cory Long will join Columbia in December as President of the Sorel brand. He succeeds Mark Nenow, who resigned in June for health reasons
New appointments at Dr Martens
The British footwear brand has appointed Giles Wilson as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Ije Nwokorie to the new role of Chief Brand Office, both due to start in 2024
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Birkenstock names new managing director for Greater China
The German-based company has appointed Tiffany Wu to the newly created position of Managing Director of Greater China. Her aim will be to strengthen the company’s presence in the region
Timberland’s President Susie Mulder exits the company
Timberland’s global brand president Susie Mulder is existing VF Corp to pursue another opportunity, says Footwear News. She will be replaced on an interim basis by veteran Nina Flood
Ferragamo acquires minority stake in three Greater China joint ventures
The Board of Directors of the luxury group has announced the purchase of the minority interests held by Imaginex Holdings and Imaginex Overseas in the three Greater China joint ventures
VF Corp appoints former Nike President Trevor Edwards to its Board of Directors
The parent company of brands such as Timberland and Vans has announced the appointment of the former President of Nike Trevor Edwards to its Board of Directors
Under Armour names Gap veteran as new Chief Supply Chain Officer
The Baltimore-based sportswear company has named Gap veteran Shawn Curran as its new Chief Supply Chain Officer. He brings over 30 years of experience to the position-
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