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Foot Locker elevates Franklin Bracken to president, advancing Lace Up Plan

Footwear and apparel retailer Foot Locker has appointed Franklin Bracken, currently executive vice president and chief commercial officer, as its new president, effective immediately. Bracken will continue to report to CEO Mary Dillon. In his expanded role, Bracken will collaborate closely with Dillon to expedite the implementation of the...

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Macy's appoints Daniel Leppo as head of merchandising for men's and children's clothing

US department store chain Macy’s has appointed a new executive to a key position. On Tuesday, the company announced the appointment of Daniel Leppo as Senior Vice President and General Merchandise Manager, Men’s and Kids’. In this role, he will lead the merchandising teams in both categories and report directly to Chief Merchandising Officer...

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Mugler appoints new Creative Director

French fashion house Mugler has appointed Miguel Castro Freitas as its new creative director. The house announced the news on social media. Castro Freitas replaces Casey Cadwallader, who had been at the creative helm of the brand since 2018. “It is an honor to join the spectacular house of Mugler," said Castro Freitas. "As one of the greatest...

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New era for Loewe: What the Proenza Schouler duo brings to the brand

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the founders of New York-based luxury fashion house Proenza Schouler, are taking over the creative reins of Loewe. The Spanish luxury brand is already finding new creative captains a week after Jonathan Anderson announced his departure. What can we expect from McCollough and Hernandez for Loewe? McCollough...

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Loewe: Proenza Schouler founders take over Creative Direction

Loewe has appointed Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the founders of the brand Proenza Schouler, as the new creative heads of the Spanish fashion house. McCollough and Hernandez will be responsible for the creative direction of all collections across womenswear, menswear, leather goods, and accessories, Loewe's parent company LVMH announced...

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Authentic Brands Group appoints new EVP, head of India

Authentic Brands Group, the parent company of Champion, Lucky Brand and Ted Baker, has named Sanjeet Mehta as its new executive vice president, head of India. His appointment comes as the brand development and licensing firm looks to strengthen its presence in the region, where it sees a "significant opportunity to expand” its portfolio. Mehta...

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Bestseller names Sumit Dhingra country director for India

Danish fashion group Bestseller has appointed Sumit Dhingra as country director of its Indian business, representing a “key milestone” in the company’s “growth and expansion” in the region. He will assume the position from June 1, 2025. He succeeds Vineet Gautam, who stepped down as country director last year. Dhingra joins Bestseller from...

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Spinnova founder returns to CEO role

In light of recent turmoil, the Finnish textile technology company Spinnova Plc has appointed a familiar face as its new CEO. Founder Janne Poranen will return to leading operations with immediate effect, the company, which specialises in sustainable fibre production processes, announced on Thursday. Due to the current "extraordinary...

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Jonathan Anderson: The craftsmanship devotee who shook up and revived Loewe

Madrid – In a major announcement, Jonathan Anderson’s departure from the creative direction of Loewe has been confirmed. He took on the role in 2013, and now, 11 years later, he will pass the baton to a new design lead, who is yet to be confirmed. Anderson successfully renovated and revitalised the legacy of the historic Madrid-based fashion...

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S&S Activewear names new vice president of team sales

S&S Activewear, a technology-enabled distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, has appointed Kendall Whitley as vice president of team sales. Whitley brings more than 37 years of sporting goods sales experience to drive team channel growth for S&S, as the company continues to strengthen its team across the US and Canada. With more...

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The Children's Place strengthens leadership team with key appointments

The Children’s Place is bolstering its executive team with the strategic appointments of a new chief financial officer and heads of sourcing and marketing. Effective March 31, 2025, John Szczepanski, former CFO of Vince Holding Corp. and a veteran of Ralph Lauren, will assume the role of CFO, reporting to president and interim CEO Muhammad...

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Leviev Diamonds announces new managing director to drive expansion

Leviev, a global leader in diamonds and high-end jewellery, has appointed industry veteran Giovanni Mattera-Vairo as its new managing director to lead its expansion and growth plans. The strategic appointment was spearheaded by second-generation diamantaires Chagit Leviev, president and chief executive of Leviev Group USA, and Greg Sofiev, chief...