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Digital Lighting Manufacturer Gantri’s CEO on Opening First Store in San Francisco’s SoMa Area
WWD talks with Ian Yang, founder of Gantri, a California-based firm that prides itself on having become the…
EXCLUSIVE: Tracksmith Names Former Converse President as New CEO
Jared Carver will replace founder Matt Taylor, who moves to the role of chief creative officer.
Axel Arigato Cofounder Albin Johansson Steps Down as CEO, Adidas Exec Named Successor
The executive cofounded the sneaker brand in 2014 with Max Svärdh.
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Benedetta Petruzzo joins the company in a new role, flanking the brand's cofounders and co-CEOs Danny Harris…
L.L. Bean Promotes 20-year Company Veteran to Top Job
Greg Elder will become L.L. Bean's fifth president and CEO in company history, succeeding Steve Smith who…
Levi’s Former COO Heads to Ariat as Incoming CEO
Ariat cofounder and CEO Beth Cross transitions to the executive chairman role, with Liz O'Neill taking on the…
Givenchy Has a New CEO
Amandine Ohayon was most recently chief executive officer at Stella McCartney. She succeeds Alessandro…
Sporty & Rich CEO Obadia Exits Brand
The lifestyle label will now be run by its founder, Emily Oberg.
These Were the Biggest Footwear CEO Changes of 2025
Puma, Converse, REI Co-op and more footwear companies hired new chief executive officers this year. Meet the…
Rohit Aggarwal Exits Lenzing; Interim Board to Lead
Following the chief executive's departure, Lenzing announced new leadership and established an executive…
How the Next Generation of Beauty CEOs Are Building Brands Led By Joy, Fun and Community
In conversation with Robin Burns, Saie Beauty's Laney Crowell, Snif's Bryan Edwards and Victoria Beckham…
As Baccarat Opens in Meatpacking, Firm Readies for New Hotels, Stores and More
Laurence Nicolas, who was named chief executive officer of the historic crystal maker in February, chats with…
Patrice Louvet on Leading Ralph Lauren With Clarity, Consistency and Inspiring Dreams
Louvet was the winner of the WWD Edward Nardoza Creative Leadership Award this year.
Marc Metrick Addresses the Issues at Saks Global, but Sees Progress
The CEO opened up about relations with vendors, inventory flow and sales trends while citing forward-thinking…