World Footwear

Management

Deckers Brands CEO to retire in August

Feb 6, 2024 / United States
As the US-based company reported another strong quarter, it announced that Dave Power has decided to retire as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective from the 1st of August 2024

H&M announces results for 2023, CEO steps down

Feb 2, 2024 / Sweden
The Sweden-based group has reported a 6% growth in net sales in 2023, as compared to the previous year. However, its CEO has stepped down amid sluggish sales at the start of the year

Crocs brand President Michelle Poole to retire

Feb 2, 2024 / United States
The US-based casual footwear brand has announced that Crocs brand President Michelle Poole has decided to retire. She will be succeeded by Chief Financial Officer Anne Mehlman

Daniel Ervér is the new President and CEO of H&M

Feb 1, 2024 / Sweden
At the same time as reporting its 2023 results, the fashion group announced a change at the top. Daniel Ervér is the group’s new CEO, succeeding Helena Helmersson, who stepped down after four years in the role

LVMH names new Chairman and CEO of Fashion Group

Feb 1, 2024 / France
The French-based luxury conglomerate has named Michael Burke as Chairman and CEO of LVMH Fashion Group. He succeeds Sidney Toledano, who was appointed Advisor to Bernard Arnault

National Retail Foundation announces new board members

Jan 26, 2024 / United States
The National Retail Foundation (NRF), which is part of the National Retail Federation, has welcomed four new members to its board of directors

New leadership appointments announced at Allbirds

Jan 25, 2024 / United States
The US-based sustainable footwear brand has promoted Kelly Olmstead, formerly SVP of Brand & Marketing, to Chief Marketing Officer, and appointed Adrian Nyman to the newly created role of Chief Design Officer

Designer Brands appoints Andrea O'Donnell as Brands President

Jan 24, 2024 / United States
The North American footwear company has appointed Andrea O'Donnell to the role of Brands President and Executive Vice President of Designer Brands, effective from the 29th of January 2024

Lululemon strengthens creative team

Jan 23, 2024 / Canada
The apparel performance company has appointed Jonathan Cheung as Global Creative Director. JJ Colier has also joined the design team as the first Vice President of Design for Outerwear

Under Armour reinforces executive team

Jan 18, 2024 / United States
The US-based sportswear company has strengthened its executive team with the appointment of Yassine Saidi as Chief Product Officer and Kara Trent as President of the Americas region

Charles Denson appointed to the board of directors of Columbia Sportswear

Jan 16, 2024 / United States
The US-based company announced the appointment of Charles Denson, a former Nike Executive, to its Board of Directors. He will serve as a director and member of the Audit Committee

Sistema Moda Italia withdraws from Cofindustria Moda

Jan 12, 2024 / Italy
Sistema Moda Italia is no longer part of the Italian Federation of Textiles, Fashion and Accessories (Cofindustria Moda). The need to respond quickly to new European regulations was at the heart of the decision

New President of adidas North America has been announced

Jan 10, 2024 / Germany
adidas has announced John Miller’s return to the company as President of its North America division, effective immediately. He succeeds Rupert Campbell, who left three months ago

Genesco names new Chief Merchandising Officer for Journeys

Jan 9, 2024 / United States
The Nashville-based footwear company has named Chris Santaella as Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer of the Journeys Group, effective from the 5th of February

Owner of Havaianas appoints new CEO

Jan 5, 2024 / Brazil
The Brazilian Alpargatas has appointed Liel Miranda as Chief Executive Officer, effective from the 1st of February. He joins the company from Mondelez International’s Brazil business unit
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