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, the executive media…
Kering’s New CEO Should Curb Debt, Streamline Management: Bernstein
Luca de Meo won’t arrive as Kering’s new chief executive officer until mid-September, but luxury analysts are already drafting a to-do list for him. In a research note Wednesday, Bernstein…
Rémy Martin CEO Éric Vallat May be Headed to Lacoste: Sources
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 Group,…
Kering-Owned 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 Kering,…
Celine Taps Miu Miu Executive Robert Holden as President North America
Poised for a new era under a new creative leader, Celine has recruited Robert Holden as its new North American president, market sources told WWD. Holden is current president of…
Renault’s CEO Has Resigned and May Join Kering: Report
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…
Akris Has a New CEO in the Americas, and She Comes From Balenciaga
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 recently…
Arclinea CEO Gianni Fortuna Resigns, Flos B&B Group Restructures
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…