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Naomi Campbell overturns charity trustee ban after deception found

London - Former supermodel Naomi Campbell won a legal challenge on Thursday to overturn a five-year ban on being a charity trustee after a panel accepted she had been the victim of deception. A UK tribunal ruling said there had been mismanagement at her Fashion for Relief organisation but she "was not involved" and "did not know" about it. The...

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Nike promotes Alika Nileshwar to director of EMEA marketplace strategy

US sportswear giant Nike has appointed Alika Nileshwar as director of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) marketplace strategy. Nileshwar announced her new role on LinkedIn, where she will lead the EMEA integrated marketplace strategy across Nike Direct and sales. In her position, she will oversee a strategy team and work alongside senior...

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Dr. Martens announces Justin Lee Seungoh as new South Korea GM

UK footwear brand Dr. Martens has appointed Justin Lee Seungoh as its new general manager for South Korea, effective October 1, 2026. Lee joins the business with over 20 years of experience across consumer and retail companies including Nespresso, Samsung, and Unilever, where he held positions across brand strategy, marketing, and consumer...

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Former Skechers CFO John Vandemore joins Levi Strauss

US denim company Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) has appointed John Vandemore as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), effective November 1, 2026. Vandemore will join the business as it continues to accelerate its direct-to-consumer (D2C) growth strategy and execute its ambition to become a 10 billion dollar enterprise. He will...

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Rothy’s appoints Jenna Renfrew as chief product and merchandising officer

San Francisco-based sustainable footwear and accessories brand Rothy’s has named Jenna Renfrew as its chief product and merchandising officer. The appointment strengthens the senior leadership team as the company continues to invest in the product and commercial engine behind its next phase of growth. Renfrew will report directly to Rothy’s...

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Condé Nast CEO Roger Lynch to step down for Mattel role

Roger Lynch is stepping down as chief executive officer of Condé Nast after seven and a half years to become CEO of Mattel, bringing to an end a tenure that saw the global media company return to profitability and undergo a major structural transformation. In a statement issued via the company's site, Lynch said he would remain on Condé Nast's...

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Véronique Tjon to lead assurance and traceability at Textile Exchange

US-based sustainability non-profit Textile Exchange has named Véronique Tjon as senior director of assurance and traceability. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the organisation as it prepares for the Materials Matter effective date on December 31, 2026. Tjon brings more than 16 years of experience across certification, assurance and...

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David's Bridal taps Nike veteran Kathy Cherian as CFO: 'It's a business model transformation'

US bridal retailer David's Bridal has appointed Kathy Cherian as chief financial officer. The company is bringing in the former Nike Canada CFO as it moves from building its technology-led business to scaling it. Cherian joins from lifestyle brand Magnolia, where she most recently served as CFO. She has more than 20 years of experience across...

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CFDA appoints Hildy Kuryk as interim CEO following Steven Kolb's resignation

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has reportedly appointed Hildy Kuryk as interim chief executive officer following the resignation of Steven Kolb, according to Vogue Business. Kuryk will hold the position on a temporary contract while the organisation searches for a permanent successor. The CFDA has assigned Karen Harvey...

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Unspun appoints two senior executives to leadership team

US-based apparel technology firm Unspun, the developer of OneWeave 3D weaving technology, has appointed Deborah Palmer Keiser as chief operating officer and Michael Rabin as chief commercial officer. Keiser brings over three decades of operational and supply chain experience across consumer brands including Gap, Victoria's Secret,...

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Delvaux appoints Cartier executive Yanina Novitskaya as new CEO

Delvaux will have a new chief executive officer from December 1. Yanina Novitskaya will take the helm of the Belgian luxury brand, which has been part of Richemont since 2021. The appointment was announced via the Swiss luxury group's press page. Novitskaya succeeds Jean-Marc Loubier and will report to Philippe Fortunato, CEO of Richemont's...

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Hugo Boss names Ivica Maric CFO and COO after Yves Müller exit

Fashion group Hugo Boss, which is facing a potential takeover, is replacing its chief financial officer. The current incumbent, Yves Müller, is leaving the executive board at his own request and for personal reasons, the SDax-listed group announced in Metzingen on Monday. Ivica Maric will take over as his successor for the finance department and...