On June 1, Kering announced the appointment of Gianfranco D’Attis as Chief Executive Officer of Alexander McQueen. Effective June 3, 2026, D’Attis will report directly to Kering CEO Luca de Meo and will be based in London.
Leadership Moves
Executive appointments, creative director changes, resignations, and leadership transitions shaping the future of the global fashion, beauty, and luxury industries.
On June 1, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced the appointment of Allison Sarofim as the new Chair of Friends of the CFDA.
On May 28, French luxury maison Lanvin announced the appointment of Barbara Werschine as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
On May 26, French fashion label Isabel Marant announced the appointment of Catherine Jacquet as its new Managing Director and CEO.
On May 19, Gap Inc. announced the appointment of Donald Kohler as Global Brand President and CEO of Banana Republic.
U.S. fashion rental company Rent the Runway announced on May 13 that co-founder and CEO Jennifer Hyman will step down from her role, marking a major leadership transition for the company as it continues to expand beyond fashion rental into AI, media, and B2B platform businesses.
On May 6, French fashion brand A.P.C. announced the appointment of Ludivine Poiblanc as its new Artistic Director.
One of the world’s biggest sporting stages, El Clásico, is set to welcome a leading figure from the music industry. Spanish football giant FC Barcelona has announced that Grammy Award–winning artist Olivia Rodrigo will be featured on the front of the club’s jersey.
On May 1, the French luxury maison Dior announced the appointment of Japanese actress Yuumi Kawai as its new global ambassador.
On April 22, Pitti Immagine, the Florence-based organizer of international trade fairs, announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors.