The Business of Fashion
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
LONDON, United Kingdom — BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Pinterest appoints former Marie Claire editor in chief as its head of content and editorial partnerships
Aya Kanai, who most recently served as editor-in-chief of the US edition of Marie Claire, has been named Pinterest's new head of content and editorial partnerships. In her new role, she will oversee editorial strategy, including new content for the platform from publishers, creators and influencers. Sally Holmes, will succeed Kanai as editor-in-chief of Marie Claire.
Valentino reshuffles its executive team
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Chanel names new head of human rights
Richemont-owned AZFashion appoints CEO
Almost a year since Alber Elbaz and Richemont announced their joint venture AZfashion, Elbaz has chosen Laurent Malecaze to lead the fashion start-up, effective October 12. Malecaze is currently the chief executive of the New York-based luxury retailer The Webster.
Condé Nast China president exits
Condé Nast Entertainment head of creative development departs
Joe Sabia, the head of creative development at Condé Nast Entertainment, is stepping down after six years at the publishing house's entertainment division. Sabia plans to work as an independent creative video producer. Best known as the host of Vogue's "73 Questions" interview series, Sabia said he will continue to work for the entertainment division as the host of "73 Questions," while also taking on other clients.
Matchesfashion hires new CFO, COO
British Fashion Council add to its executive board
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Puma appoints new general manager for the DACH region
American Eagle Outfitters announces new chief creative officer
Crocs names new president
Hero hires new content director from Highsnobiety
Brock Cardiner, who most recently served as managing editor at Highsnobiety, has joined the virtual shopping app Hero as its content director. In his new role, Cardiner will oversee the content strategy of the app's recently launched digital magazine Elsewhere.
Rowing Blazers appoints new COO
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