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Shoe Carnival changes name to Shoe Station Group
The footwear retailer said that its board of directors unanimously voted in favour of changing its name to Shoe Station Group. This reflects the “winning” performance of the banner acquired in 2021
AB Foods weighs split between Primark and food divisions
After reporting a 13% full year adjusted operating profit decline, driven by the weak performance of its sugar unit, Associated British Foods has announced that it is considering splitting its Primark and food divisions
Former Jordan Executive Daniel Schachne appointed SVP of Reebok
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has announced the appointment of Daniel Schachne, a former Nike and Jordan executive, as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Reebok
New CFO at Zalando
The Germany-based online fashion retailer has appointed Anna Dimitrova as Chief Financial Officer. She will succeed David Schröder, who has served as interim CFO since March
Vicente Pastor takes the helm as new President of FICE
Vicente Pastor has been named of the Spanish Footwear Industries Federation (FICE). He succeeds Rosana Perán, who had held the position since 2022
Reebok opens European headquarters, appoints regional CEO
The sneaker and lifestyle brand, which is owned by Authentic Brands Group, has opened its European headquarters in London and appointed Marc Le Roux as the new regional CEO of Reebok
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Puma appoints new heads for retail and brand marketing
Following the reorganisation of the brand marketing division, Maria Valdes took on the newly defined role of Vice President of Brand Marketing, while Ronald Reijmers was appointed Vice President of Global Retail
Giuseppe Marsocci appointed CEO of Giorgio Armani Group
Giuseppe Marsocci, a seasoned Armani fashion group executive, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the company, with immediate effect
Wales Bonner succeeds Nichanian at the creative helm of Hermès Menswear
Following the announcement of Véronique Nichanian’s departure after 37 years at the luxury group, it was revealed that Grace Wales Bonner would be taking over as Creative Director of Hermès Menswear
Designer Brands announces CFO transition
Mark Haley, the company’s Senior Vice President, Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, has been named Interim Principal Financial Officer following the resignation of CFO Jared Poff
AAFA promotes Nate Herman to Executive Vice President
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has promoted Nate Herman to the position of Executive Vice President. He has previously served as Senior Vice President of Policy
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Genesco establishes global retail organisation to strengthen consumer focus
The Nashville-based footwear group has brought together Journeys, Schuh and Little Burgundy in order to strengthen its market positioning and maximise opportunities, with a focus on consumers
French shoe brand Minelli placed into receivership
Minelli, the French shoe brand that went into receivership in 2023 before being bought the following year, has recently entered a new protection procedure, according to media reports-
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