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Puma appoints first ever Vice President Creative Direction

Apr 16, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based sportswear company has appointed James Carnes to the newly created role of Senior Vice President of Creative Direction. He will oversee creative direction, innovation and product excellence

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Dolce & Gabbana reshapes leadership

Apr 15, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based fashion house has appointed Stefano Cantino as co-chief executive officer, while the company’s co-founder, Stefano Gabbana, stepped down from his formal governance roles

Dr. Martens restructures leadership to accelerate consumer-first strategy

Apr 10, 2026 / United Kingdom
As part of a restructuring aimed at simplifying the operating model in line with the new consumer-first strategy, the UK-based footwear company has appointed General Managers for all its major markets

Christian Decker leaves DESMA

Apr 9, 2026 / Germany
The managing director of the Germany-based footwear machinery manufacturer has left the company after 28 years, 17 of which were spent in this leadership role

Footasylum names Hannah Mercer as CEO

Mar 27, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based retailer has appointed Hannah Mercer as CEO, with effect from May. She is replacing David Pujolar, who stepped down in February after serving in the role for two years

Brooks Running reshuffles leadership team

Mar 24, 2026 / United States
The Seattle-based shoe running company has announced several promotions within its executive leadership team as part of its strategy to accelerate global expansion

Kering appoints Chief Digital, AI & IT Officer

Mar 19, 2026 / France
The France-based luxury group has announced the appointment of Pierre Houlès as Chief Digital, AI, and IT Officer, effective immediately. He joined the company from Renault

Frasers Group becomes Puma’s second-largest shareholder

Mar 12, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based conglomerate has acquired a 5.77% stake in the sportswear group, establishing itself as the second-largest shareholder behind Anta Sports

AAFA announces board leadership changes

Mar 11, 2026 / United States
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has appointed new members to its Board of Directors. These include Joe Preston, the president and CEO of New Balance, who will serve as board chair

Kering creates two group centres of excellence

Mar 10, 2026 / France
The France-based luxury group has announced the creation of two new group centres of excellence – Industry and Client – designed to support the operational performance and development of its Houses

Capri Holdings appoints Tyler Reddien as CFO and COO

Mar 4, 2026 / United States
The US-based group has appointed Tyler Reddien as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer with effect from the 30th of March. He joins the company from The Body Shop

Shoe Carnival announces CEO transition

Feb 27, 2026 / United States
As Mark Worden leaves the company, Cliff Sifford, Shoe Carnival’s current Vice Chairman of the Board, will once again take on the role of President and Chief Executive on an interim basis

Footasylum CEO steps down

Feb 20, 2026 / United Kingdom
David Pujolar has stepped down as CEO of the UK-based footwear retailer after two years in the role. The company has initiated a search process to appoint his successor

Designer Brands appoints new CFO

Feb 18, 2026 / United States
The parent company of DSW and brands such as Topo Athletic, has appointed Sheamus Toal as its new Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Principal Financial Officer
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