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Caleres appoints Dan Karpel as interim chief financial officer

Caleres, the global footwear portfolio behind brands such as Famous Footwear and Sam Edelman, announced a strategic leadership transition within its executive team. Dan Karpel, the company’s senior vice president and chief accounting officer, has been appointed to the additional role of interim chief financial officer, effective immediately....

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Axel Arigato appoints new CEO

Frédéric Serrant is taking over the position of CEO at Axel Arigato. The appointed CEO announced his new role on the professional networking site LinkedIn on Monday. According to the industry publication Women’s Wear Daily, he succeeds Albin Johansson, who is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer. Serrant joins Axel Arigato from...

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Heikki Salonen joins Salomon as creative director

French outdoor specialist Salomon, known for its skiing, snowboarding, and technical footwear, has named former MM6 Maison Margiela creative Heikki Salonen as its first-ever creative director to usher in a “transformative new era”. Finnish designer Salonen, who has a career spanning 30 years, was most recently at MM6, part of Maison Margiela,...

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Kering overhaul continues as Bottega Veneta CEO departs

Luxury conglomerate Kering announced Tuesday that Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone will step down as CEO of Bottega Veneta on March 31 to pursue new professional projects. The group confirmed that the search for a successor is already underway, with an appointment expected shortly. Rongone, who joined Kering in 2012 and took the helm of Bottega Veneta...

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Leo Rongone appointed new CEO of Moncler, effective April 1, 2026

Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone is the new CEO of Moncler, effective April 1, 2026. The executive, who is currently leading Bottega Veneta, will leave the Kering-owned brand at the end of March. Luca de Meo, chief executive officer of Kering, stated in a note: "I would like to thank Leo Rongone for his leadership and the significant contribution he has...

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Nike announces leadership changes across key global regions

US sportswear company Nike has unveiled a series of executive transitions within its senior leadership team as the business seeks to accelerate its ‘Sport Offense’ strategy and streamline global operations. The changes affect leadership positions across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Greater China, and Asia Pacific and Latin America...

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Marks & Spencer technology chief exits months after cyber attack

A new report has suggested that Josie Smith, Marks & Spencer’s chief technology officer, has exited the British retailer. Her departure comes months after the company faced a cyber attack that impacted operations businesswide. A memo seen and reported on by Sky News said Smith had “decided to leave M&S”, a statement that was then confirmed to...

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Scandinavian Heritage strengthens board of directors with Emilia de Poret and Stina Andersson

Scandinavian Heritage has appointed Emilia de Poret and Stina Andersson as new members of its board of directors, according to a statement from Filippa K. The appointments follow the brand's recent acquisition by Oscar Jacobsen. Both brands now operate as sister companies under the holding company, OJ Holding Sweden AB. The new board members...

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Chiara Baravalle appointed general manager of Dsquared2

Chiara Baravalle is the new general manager of Canadian-Italian fashion brand Dsquared2, with immediate effect. Baravalle will lead the company's global strategy, operations and continued expansion. She will report directly to founders and creative directors Dean and Dan Caten, a statement explained. Baravalle's appointment coincides with a new...

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Tiffany & Co. appoints David Ponzo as deputy CEO

Tiffany & Co. has appointed David Ponzo as its deputy chief executive officer. He will take over the responsibilities of the company’s former chief commercial officer Gavin Haig, who exited last year, in a newly expanded role at the LVMH-owned jeweller. The news was confirmed to WWD, to which president and CEO of Tiffany & Co., Anthony Ledru,...

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Tala CEO steps down amid expansion plans

Activewear brand Tala has lost its chief executive officer. Morgan Fowles has stepped down from the helm as the business prepares for expansion amid “record-breaking” financials. Documents filed with the UK’s Companies House revealed Fowles resigned on January 13. Tala has now confirmed her departure in a statement to The Times. The company...

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Valentino, the Roman couturier who loved red

An emblem of the 1960s dolce vita, couturier Valentino Garavani died on Monday at the age of 93. He invented a Roman haute couture with sensual and timeless lines, dressing the world's greatest icons for nearly half a century. From Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn to Julia Roberts and Gwyneth Paltrow, Valentino specialised in dressing...