Management
Genesco appoints Jonathan Collins as Chief Financial Officer
Following a thorough search, the US-based footwear retailer appointed Jonathan Collins as its Chief Financial Officer. He served in the same position at America’s Car-Mart in the last year
HSG completes acquisition of majority stake in Golden Goose
HSG has completed its acquisition of a majority stake in Golden Goose, with Temasek and True Light Capital investing as minority shareholders. Permira will also remain a strategic minority investor
Accent Group rejects Frasers' takeover bid
The independent board committee of the Australian sports footwear retailer has urged shareholders to reject a takeover offer from Frasers Group, describing the bid as highly opportunistic
Dr. Martens CEO signals confidence with share purchase
Ije Nwokorie's purchase of 112,500 shares follows Dr. Martens’ return to profit growth in FY26, signalling confidence as the British footwear company prepares to move from stabilisation to scaling
Marius Wirtz named CEO of OrthoLite
The leadership change will see Glenn Barrett move to a senior advisory role at Coats, while Marius Wirtz takes charge from Hong Kong, bringing materials and speciality chemicals experience
Mario Jorge Machado re-elected EURATEX President
The European Apparel and Textile Confederation’s re-elected President is set to push for fair competition, better import controls and a transition that strengthens rather than weakens the industry
Kohl’s appoints Elliott Rodgers as Chief Operating Officer
The US-based store chain has appointed Elliott Rodgers as Chief Operating Officer. With more than 20 years’ professional experience, he most recently was Chief Operations Officer at Foot Locker
Alessandro Iliprandi appointed new President of UNIC
At the Italian Tanneries Association’s last Annual General Meeting, which marked the association’s 80th anniversary, Alessandro Iliprandi, the CEO of Bonaudo, was elected as the new president of UNIC
Shoe Carnival confirms name change to Shoe Station Group
The US-based footwear retailer has announced that it has received shareholder approval to change its name to Shoe Station Group. The ticker symbol will change accordingly
Asics to spin off the Onitsuka Tiger brand
The Japan-based company has announced that it will spin off Onitsuka Tiger brand to accelerate decision-making. This follows strong growth driven by tourism and the rising global demand for retro sneakers
Kering appoints Gianfranco D’Attis as CEO of Alexander McQueen
The France-based luxury group has appointed Gianfranco D’Attis as Chief Executive Officer of Alexander McQueen. He was most recently CEO at Prada
Riva del Garda Fierecongressi reshapes structure for growth
The organiser is restructuring operations alongside venue expansion plans, appointing new leaders and making internationalisation a permanent function to compete more effectively for events and buyers
Authentic Brands Group Agrees to acquire Lee from Kontoor Brands
The New York-based management group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Lee denim and workwear business from Kontoor Brands in a deal worth 1 billion US dollars
Tod’s CEO steps down
John Galantic, the Chief Executive Officer of the Italian luxury goods company Tod’s, stepped down from his position after joining the company in September 2024
Caleres appoints Dan Karpel as CFO
The US-based footwear company has appointed Dan Karpel to the roles of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He will also serve as the company’s Principal Financial and Accounting Officer-
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