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Spanish executive Marta Lastra named new CEO of US brand Altuzarra

Madrid – New York-based fashion brand Altuzarra, founded by French-American fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra, is restructuring its management with the appointment of Spanish executive Marta Lastra as the brand's new chief executive officer. She assumes the position with immediate effect, taking over from the designer himself. He will now rely...

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Jose Manuel Albesa appointed new CEO of Puig

Madrid – Puig, the Spanish fashion and beauty multinational that owns fashion houses such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Nina Ricci, Rabanne and Carolina Herrera, has announced the immediate appointment of Jose Manuel Albesa as the company's new sole chief executive officer. He takes over from Marc Puig, who will continue to steer the multinational's...

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Puig promotes Jose Manuel Albesa to deputy CEO

Madrid – Coinciding with the publication of the results recorded at the close of the first half of 2025, Puig has announced the restructuring of its Executive Committee, with the creation of the new position of deputy CEO. This position has been designated to senior executive, Jose Manuel Albesa. According to the Spanish fashion and beauty...

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Adriana Domínguez re-elected as chair and CEO of Adolfo Domínguez

Madrid – In addition to informing the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) of the results recorded at the close of the first quarter of 2025, Adolfo Domínguez also reported on the agreements adopted during its latest general shareholders' meeting held this past Wednesday, July 30. Following the meeting, Adriana Domínguez was re-elected...

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Cristina Alba Ochoa takes the helm at Pronovias Group as CEO

Madrid – Pronovias Group, the Spanish multinational and leading global bridal fashion company, welcomed a new CEO on Monday, 21 July, with the appointment of Cristina Alba Ochoa. Alba Ochoa replaces Marc Calabia, who has stepped down from his responsibilities and left the company he had been leading since 1 September 2023. Commenting on her new...

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Integrating AI into the organisational structure: Are companies at Pitti ready?

Global spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to more than double by 2028, reaching 632 billion dollars, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide AI and Generative AI Spending Guide. Additionally, as Jorge Amar, senior partner at McKinsey, highlights in a report, "we are entering a world where we will have to...

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Ganesh Srivats: how we’ll all be shopping in 10 years’ time

The newest episode of Wardrobe Icons ‘ICONversations’ features the CEO of Moda Operandi, Ganesh Srivats. From his finance career and how he decided to make the switch to fashion, he tells all about his professional path that started in London. He shares insights on the future of fashion, tech, retail and business that are fascinating. This...

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The end of formal business attire?

While the suit may previously have been declared dead by fashion's forecasters, then resurrected for the umpteenth time on catwalks everywhere, formal business attire has been left somewhat to fend for its own merit. This week Goldman Sachs, the oracle of investment banking, sent an internal memo to its employees stating it was loosening its...

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Video: ex-CEO of Victoria's Secret shares her secret of success

During a talk in the University of Texas, Sharen Turney, shares the story of her journey through the retail world to become the female CEO of a lingerie superpower. Source: Youtube, University of Texas

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Mexx goes back to basics after a turbulent 10 years

Amsterdam - Mexx is set to embark on a new chapter. The brand officially relaunched under new ownership last week, presenting its new look and a new strategy. Leo Cantagalli, former Mexx man, has returned and stands at the helm of the company as its new Chief Executive Officer. FashionUnited spoke with him to learn more on his vision for the...

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Hugo Boss says farewell to CEO Claus-Dietrich Lahrs

German fashion label Hugo Boss is set to bid its current Chief Executive Officer, Claus-Dietrich Lahrs, farewell. The current CEO reportedly requested his exit, which was approved through a mutual agreement with the managing board today, effective as of February 29, 2016 according to a company press release. Hugo Boss thanked Lahrs for his work...

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Mike Shearwood steps down from role as CEO at Karen Millen

Karen Millen is down one Chief Executive, as Mike Shearwood has left the company after plans for a management buyout were cancelled. His departure from the contemporary women's wear label comes with little warning as Karen Millen confirmed it is "disappointed to announce the departure by mutual agreement of CEO Mike Shearwood," in a press...