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Hermès opens apprenticeship training centre
The École Hermès des savoir-faire, now open within the leather workshop of Fitilieu, welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who aspire to develop their craftsmanship in leather work. The course is accredited by the French National Education authority
Lenzing CEO steps down
The Supervisory Board of Lenzing AG, a leading producer of wood-based cellulosic fibres, has come to a mutual agreement with its longstanding Chief Executive Officer Stefan Doboczky to end his contract
Getting ready for the 2021 Global Footwear Sustainability Summit
The new edition of the event will be held virtually from the 20th to the 22nd of October, between 8h30am and 1pm (CET - Central European Time). Workshops & Mingling sessions will also be part of the event
Troy Sicotte is the new President of Mountain Hardwear
The brand, which is part of the Columbia Sporstwear portfolio, has announced Troy Sicotte as the new President of Mountain Hardwear
JD Sports adds Bert Hoyt as Non-Exec Director
The retailer of sports, fashion and outdoor brands, announced Bert Hoyt has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director. Appointment is in place since the 8th of September 2021
New appointments for JD.com and JD Retail
The online retailer has announced Mr. Lei Xu as President of JD.com, Mr. Lijun Xin as CEO of JD Retail and Mr. Enlin Jin as CEO of JD Health International Inc.
Changes at Ecco's management
The company's Chiwef Executive is leaving the company and was replaced by Panos Mytaros. Ecco took the opportunity to announced other changes in the management team
Johanna W. Hanneke Faber joins Tapestry Board of Directors
New York-based house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands announced that Hanneke Faber has been appointed to Tapestry’s Board of Directors. The appointment of Ms. Faber to the Board brings the membership to eleven, including ten independent directors
Franco Fogliato is leaving Columbia Sportswear
The Oregon-based company focused on outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment announced that Franco Fogliato, Executive Vice President, Global Omni-Channel, is resigning from his position, effective after a brief transition period ending on the 3rd of September
Changes to the Board of Directors of Richemont
In advance to its upcoming annual general meeting due to be held on the 8th of September 2021, Richemont has announced changes to its Board of Directors
LVMH signs pact to promote and protect specialised skills
The “WE for ME” pact for the Métiers d’Excellence reinforces the commitment of the 75 Maisons of the luxury group to craftsmanship and diversity, with special emphasis on passing on the savoir-faire to the next generations
Richard Teyssier is Puma's new General Manager for Europe
Sports giant Puma has appointed Richard Teyssier as General Manager Europe, effective from the 1st of September 2021 onwards. In this role, Richard succeeds Arne Freundt, who was appointed as Puma’s Chief Commercial Officer in June
Nordstrom with new Chief Human Resources Officer
The fashion retailer announced Farrell Redwine as its new Chief Human Resources Officer. She will join the executive team and report to Nordstrom CEO Erik Nordstrom
LVMH appoints Vanessa Moungar Director of Diversity and Inclusion
Continuing on its strategy to reaffirm its interest in diversity and inclusion, the French luxury group has just recruited a director of “Diversity and Inclusion”, the Franco-Chadian Vanessa Moungar, known for her commitment to social justice in the world
Luís Onofre re-elected President of the European Footwear Confederation
The Portuguese entrepreneur, who is President of APICCAPS - Portuguese Footwear, Components, Leather Goods Manufacturers’ Association, was re-elected for a second term as CEC's President-
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