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This week, the owner of Coach and Kate Spade named Joanne Crevoiserat as its new chief, while Jen Sey was named brand president amid an executive reshuffle at the American denim company.

Disruptions caused by Covid-19 have redoubled concerns about vulnerabilities in fashion’s manufacturing base, accelerating efforts to build more resilient and efficient operations.

The biggest global sportswear brands are gearing up for the world’s biggest sporting event in its most photogenic and body-conscious city. How will they tap the opportunity?