Management
Capri Holdings promotes Philippa Newman to Chief Brand and Product Officer
Philippa Newman, who has been with Michael Kors for over 16 years, has been promoted to Chief Brand and Product Officer. In this expanded role, she will oversee all product and marketing functions
Wolverine Worldwide appoints its first Chief Strategy Officer
The US-based outdoor company has announced the appointment of Brett Parent as the first Chief Strategy Officer. He has been with Wolverine for nearly twenty years
Burberry names Charlotte Baldwin as Chief Information Officer
The UK-based luxury label has named Charlotte Baldwin as Chief Information Officer, effective from the end of March. She will be responsible for leading Burberry’s global technology team
Silvia Onofri appointed as the new CEO of Miu Miu
The Italy-based Prada Group has announced the appointment of Silvia Onofri as CEO of its Miu Miu brand. She was president of VF Corp-owned outerwear brand Napapijri until January
Brian Costello appointed Chief Merchandising Officer of Famous Footwear
The US-based footwear company Caleres, owner of Famous Footwear, has appointed Brian Costello as the brand’s Chief Merchandising Officer. He brings nearly 30 years of experience to the role
Maison Margiela appoints Glenn Martens as creative director
The OTB-owned luxury brand has found a successor to John Galliano, who left the label in December. Glenn Martens is the new creative director at Maison Margiela
Eduardo Calabuig named new General Manager of Inescop
The Footwear Technology Centre Inescop, based in Spain, has confirmed the appointment of Eduardo Calabuig as its new General Manager. He brings over 18 years of experience in the technology sector to the role
Authentic Brands Group names new President
The US-based management brand company has named former Wynn Resorts CEO Matt Madox as President. He succeeds Nick Woodhouse, who will assume the role of Executive Vice Chairman
Macy’s to close 66 stores as part of turnaround strategy
The US department store chain has confirmed the closure of 66 stores as part of its Bold New Chapter strategy, which aims to return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth
Under Armour appoints SVP of global brand and Americas marketing
The US-based sportswear company has appointed Tyler Rutstein, who has previously worked at adidas and Overtime, as its senior vice president of global brand and Americas marketing
Dr. Martens global creative director steps down after a decade with the company
Dr. Martens Creative Director Darren McKoy is stepping down from his position after a decade with the footwear company. No replacement has yet been announced
FICE appoints a new Secretary General
The Spanish Federation of Footwear Industries (FICE) has appointed Salvador Gómez as Secretary General. He succeeds Marián Cano, who has joined the local government of the Autonomous Community of Valencia
Bata appoints Chief Design Officer
The Swiss-based footwear company has appointed Miguel Esquide as Chief Design Officer. The move signals its commitment to innovation and creativity as it seeks to connect with a modern audience
Shoes For Crews appoints new CEO
The Florida-based manufacturer of slip-resistant safety footwear has announced that Chris Quinn will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer beginning on the 1st of January 2025
Bottega Veneta appoints Louise Trotter as Creative Director
The British designer will succeed Matthieu Blazy at the creative leadership of the luxury label, parent company Kering and Bottega Veneta announced in a joint release-
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