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Birkenstock appoints new chief financial officer

Birkenstock has appointed Ivica Krolo as its new chief financial officer, the footwear brand announced on Tuesday. In his new role, which Krolo will assume on 1 February, he will succeed Erik Massmann. Birkenstock has agreed with Massmann that he will step down from his position on 31 January, after which he will actively support the handover...

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Eyewear brand Ahlem appoints Thelios executive as CEO

Los Angeles-based luxury eyewear brand Ahlem, known for its handcrafted frames and sustainable ethos, has appointed Enrico Sanavia as its global chief executive officer. Sanavia is a seasoned executive within the luxury eyewear industry, joining from Thelios, the eyewear division of LVMH Group, where he served as head of Americas and was...

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Club L London appoints chief marketing officer

Womenswear brand Club L London has appointed Dan Lorenson as its new chief marketing officer (CMO). Lorenson has been a key figure in the brand’s evolution since 2018, initially collaborating as the founder of boutique marketing agency ‘Flying People,’ supporting Club L London’s direct-to-consumer launch. Over the past two years, Lorenson...

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Moncler creates new international chief brand officer position

Rod Manley, a standout executive in luxury fashion communications and marketing, has been named Moncler’s international chief brand officer, effective Monday, January 20, according to exclusive information obtained by WWD. The newly created position will place Manley under the direct supervision of Gino Fisanotti, Moncler’s chief brand officer...

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David Lynch leaves a legacy that dressed cinema's dark dreams

The death of American filmmaker David Lynch last week has left an irreplaceable void in cinema, marking the end of a visionary career that revolutionised the entertainment world. Lynch’s influence on fashion extends far beyond his cinematic aesthetics, penetrating the industry through his distinctive visual language and exploration of the...

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Ami appoints new marketing and communications director

Fashion brand Ami has appointed Carlo Mengucci as its new marketing and communications director. The former Etro employee is moving to Paris for the occasion and will join the brand's Parisian teams today, January 20. Mengucci will be in charge of marketing and communication operations, events as well as social media, talent and press relations...

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Mulberry group finance director to resign

Charles Anderson, group finance director at Mulberry, has announced his intention to resign from the British luxury brand. He will step down from the board with effect from 31 January 2025, but will remain in a supportive role until 1 August to assist with the handover and transition. In a regulatory filing, Mulberry said that its board has...

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Ssense makes several appointments within management team

Fashion platform Ssense has announced internal promotions across its customer, supply chain and marketing departments as the brand continues its transformation and prioritisation of operational excellence while focusing on customer experience. Christine Sio, who was previously Ssense’s vice president of customer experience, will become chief...

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Liberty names Lydia King as group buying and merchandising director

British department store Liberty has announced the appointment of Lydia King as its new group buying and merchandising director. King confirmed the news on her LinkedIn page, where she stated that she was “thrilled to accept a permanent role in the Liberty team”. Prior to the appointment, King had been serving as interim buying director for the...

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Andy Lew named head of Lanvin Group's second headquarters in Europe

Lanvin Group has announced key leadership and board changes designed to strengthen its position in the luxury fashion industry and further advance its strategic goals. The company’s board has appointed Andy Lew, CEO of St. John Knits as executive president of Lanvin Group, while Eric Chan will transition from his role as CEO to join the board as...

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N Brown appoints new CEO of retail

British retail conglomerate N Brown Group has announced the appointment of Dene Jones as its new chief executive officer of retail. Jones, who is scheduled to take up the position from 1 February, will succeed Sarah Welsh, who is due to step down from the role after serving for five years. Upon entering the position, at which time he will also...

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Christie’s announces leadership changes, names Bonnie Brennan as new CEO

With the support of the Pinault family, and on the recommendation of Guillaume Cerutti, the Christie’s board has appointed Bonnie Brennan as chief executive officer, effective February 1, 2025. Christie’s said in a statement that the change takes place as Guillaume Cerutti has been entrusted with the responsibility of implementing and overseeing...