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Jean-Jacques Guiony
Leadership reshuffle at Moët Hennessy announced by LVMH; Guiony previously Group CFO.
Stefano Cantino
Cantino (Deputy CEO since May 2024) to succeed Palus as of Jan 1, 2025.
Jean-François Palus
Cantino (Deputy CEO since May 2024) to succeed Palus as of Jan 1, 2025.
Hedi Slimane
Seven-year tenure drove Celine from €440M to approximately €2.5B in sales. Expanded brand into menswear, fragrance, and cosmetics categories. Signature slim silhouettes and rock-influenced aesthetic. Contract talks reportedly stalled over creative control terms.
Michael Rider
Returns to Celine where he previously worked under Phoebe Philo from 2008-2018. Most recently led creative at Polo Ralph Lauren. Brings expertise in refined American sportswear. Starting early 2025.
Alberto Caliri
Caliri is Missoni veteran (joined 1998). Grazioli departed after 2+ years.
Kim Jones
Four-year stint at Fendi womenswear ends, his second concurrent role alongside Dior Men. Reports suggest pursuit of opportunities beyond LVMH portfolio.
Filippo Grazioli
Caliri is Missoni veteran (joined 1998). Grazioli departed after 2+ years.
Giorgio Sarné
Appointment announced by Montblanc; Sarné joining from Tapestry (Stuart Weitzman).
Jinqing Cai
Ex-Chairman of Christie's China. Reports to Jean-François Palus, Group MD.
Sarah Burton
Reuters reported Burton appointment; succeeding period covered by design teams.
Jenny Galimberti
Galimberti from Louis Vuitton (SVP Global Comms). Previously at Prada, Dunhill, Gucci.
Haider Ackermann
Ackermann replaces Hawkings who lasted only 2 seasons. First collection PFW March 2025.
Jacopo Venturini
Industry veteran from Chloé and Maison Margiela. Previously MD of Mayhoola Investments.
Riccardo Bellini
Industry veteran from Chloé and Maison Margiela. Previously MD of Mayhoola Investments.
Peter Hawkings
Ackermann replaces Hawkings who lasted only 2 seasons. First collection PFW March 2025.
Matthew M. Williams
Four-year tenure brought hardware-heavy aesthetic and streetwear influence to the French house. Faced mixed reception for accessories-focused approach. Brand now pivoting creative direction.
Sarah Burton
Spent 13 years leading Alexander McQueen, notably creating the Duchess of Cambridge's 2011 wedding gown. Replaces Matthew M. Williams at Givenchy. First runway showing March 2025.
Gianluca Brozzetti
Interim leadership appointment announced in Richemont press release.
Helen King
King joined VCA in 2003, rose to SVP Retail for North America & Brazil.
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