Even in the apparently quiet summer, the chair continues in the fashion industry – from Lancel to Nike to Geox and Marni. Fashionunited has summarized the most important personnel decisions of the past few months.
Jil Sander: Ubaldo Minelli is the new CEO
Ubaldo Minelli, the CEO of the Italian fashion group OTB Group, is now also heading the Jil Sander brand. In addition to his other tasks, he was appointed CEO of the label after Serge Brunzwig declared his resignation for personal reasons. Read more.
After takeover: CEO Matthew Jung leaves Jack Wolfskin
At the beginning of June, the German outdoor equipment was taken over by the Chinese group Anta Sport. A little later, Matthew Jung declared his resignation as CEO by Jack Wolfskin. Since then, the existing management team has been running the company while the new owner is looking for a successor. Read more.
Paola Falchi takes over the management of Lancel
The French brand Lancel has a new boss. Paola Falchi was appointed general manager at the end of July. Before that, she had worked as a finance, Operations & Strategy Director – Europe at the Japanese brand Issey Miyake. Read more.
Vans appoints singer Sza as the artistic director
The fashion brand Vans has appointed an artistic director for the first time: The Grammy-winning artist SZA will in future be responsible for new campaigns and exclusive collections as Artistic Director. Read more.
Nike: New European boss for Jordan
The sporting goods giant Nike has appointed Santiago Arredondo as Vice President and General Manager of his Jordan brand for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Read more.
Prada Group appoints Christopher Bugg as head of communication
Christopher Bugg was appointed the new Chief Communication Officer of the Italian fashion group Prada Group in early August. According to the company, he is now responsible for the global communication strategies of the Prada Group and its brands Prada, Miu Miu, Church’s and Car Shoe. Read more.
S.Oliver Group brings Julian and Johannes Rellecke into the management
The clothing group S.Oliver Group is expanding its management. From the beginning of September, the brothers Julian and Johannes Rellecke are to strengthen the management team. Both have long been closely linked to the group. So they founded the brands Liebeskind Berlin and Copenhagen Studios, both of whom are now part of the S.Oliver Group. Read more.
Kering represents his leadership: Luca de Meo becomes CEO
The French luxury goods group Kering relies on a new management structure. Luca de Meo is to become CEO of the group on September 15, 2025. The shareholders must agree to the appeal: however, at the upcoming general meeting on September 9th. François-Henri Pinault, who most recently acted as CEO and Chairman, remains chairman of the board of directors. Read more.
Geox: Francesco di Giovanni is the new CEO
The Italian shoe provider Geox Spa made a change of leadership in July: Francesco di Giovanni replaced Enrico Mistron as CEO. Read more.
Samina Virk takes on a double role at Vestiaire Collective
Samina Virk now has two functions in the second-hand platform Vestiaire Collective: In addition to her previous role as CEO of Vestiaire Collective Us, she was also appointed Chief Marketing Officer in July. Read more.
Meryl Rogge becomes creative director of Marni
The Belgian designer Meryll Rogge, who has just received the Grand Prix de L’Oram 2025, was presented in July as the new artistic director of the Marni brand belonging to the Italian OTB Group. She succeeds Francesco Risso there. Read more.
Converse appoints Nike veterans to the CEO
Nike has appointed the group veteran Aaron Cain as CEO of the Converse brand. He took over the post of Jared Carver, who had previously announced his resignation. Read more.
Eva Gallego becomes women’s fashion boss at Mango
The Spanish fashion company Mango has presented a new manager for his women’s fashion division. In September, Eva Gallego is to take over the post of Mango Woman’s global director.
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LVMH appoints Michael Burke as head of the America business
The French luxury goods group LVMH has appointed Michael Burke as CEO of LVMH Americas. The experienced manager is considered a close confidant of CEO Bernard Arnault and is intended to advance the strategic realignment of LVMH in the United States in his new role. Read more.
Arthur Lemoine becomes CEO from Galeries Lafayette
The French retailer Galeries Lafayette has appointed Arthur Lemoine as CEO. He followed Nicolas Houzé, who continues to play a key role in the group as an executive Chairman. Read more.
Isabel Marant appoints Sophie Condroyer to be the marketing director
The French fashion house Isabel Marant has appointed Sophie Condroyer as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). In this role, it is now responsible for the worldwide communication and marketing strategy of the label. Read more.
Alexander Wang: Robert Rizzolo is the new Global President
The American fashion brand Alexander Wang appointed Robert Rizzolo on the post of Global President. Rizzolo had previously worked as a merchandising director at Marc Jacobs for four years. Read more.
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