The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced that Guillaume Jesel has been named to the newly created position of Senior Vice President/General Manager, Global Corporate Innovation. Mr. Jesel will transition from his current role as Senior Vice President, Global and North America Marketing for M·A·C Cosmetics to his new position, effective March 31, 2014. In his position, Mr. Jesel will report to Carl Haney, Executive Vice President, Global Research and Development, Corporate Product Innovation, Package Development for The Estée Lauder Companies.
Encore! Sessions, produced by Forward and sponsored by Absolut Elyx, made its Los Angeles debut Grammy weekend with an event held on Friday, January 24 at The Standard Hollywood's intimate club mmhmmm, and co-hosted by 300 Entertainment--the new company started by former Warner Music Group recorded music executives Lyor Cohen, Todd Moscowitz and Kevin Liles. The event, named one of 'The Top 10 Grammy Parties' by the Hollywood Reporter, featured performances from 300 artist ASTR, and deejay sets from the Been Trill collective and Wade Crescent.
Actress, singer and musician Zooey Deschanel is teaming up with Tommy Hilfiger on a capsule collection to debut at Macy's this spring. The collection, To Tommy, From Zooey, mainly consists of flirty dresses that stay true to Deschanel's quirky and girly aesthetic.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced that Chris Good has been promoted to President, United Kingdom and Ireland, and Sandra Main has been promoted to Global Brand President, La Mer. Their new roles became effective on January 1, 2014.
Due to popular demand, The Amazing Max and The Box of Interesting Things, the "awesome and hilarious live magic show for the whole family" (PBS Kids) starring magician Max Darwin (aka "The Amazing Max") which just enjoyed a sold out run from November through the holidays, will play an additional six-week engagement (January 19-March 1) at the Manhattan Movement and Arts Center - MMAC (248 West 60th Street - between Amsterdam and West End Avenues) on Saturday and Sunday afternoons*.
Sam Edelman, in partnership with leading apparel manufacturer Kellwood Company announced the appointment of Leslie Singer as President of Sam Edelman Apparel, a new division within Kellwood. The new partnership between Sam Edelman and Kellwood marks the beginning of a significant venture into apparel for the award winning shoe designer, further solidifying Sam Edelman as a lifestyle brand. Sam Edelman is owned by Brown Shoe Company.
Shoe mogul Steve Madden has partnered with internationally-renowned blogger Chiara Ferragni of The Blonde Salad to create a limited edition collection that will be available starting Spring 2014. The collection of 9 designs is inspired by Chiara's eclectic sense of style. The fashionable blogger boasts effortless style that ranges from rocker casual to uber glamorous and the capsule collection embodies that range.
Safilo Group, a leader in the premium eyewear sector and Kate Spade LLC, owned by Fifth & Pacific Companies Inc., jointly announced the signing of a five-year North American eyewear licensing agreement for the design, production and distribution of Jack Spade, and the three-year extension of the current kate spade new york international licensing agreement. Both agreements are in effect through December 31, 2018.
VH1 will air a 4-part documentary series based on Stoute's best-selling book, 'The Tanning of America: How Hip-Hop Created a Culture That Rewrote the Rules of the New Economy.'
PVH Corp. announced additional details for the succession plan for Fred Gehring, currently Chief Executive Officer, Tommy Hilfiger and PVH International. Mr. Gehring will become Chairman, Tommy Hilfiger and Vice Chairman, PVH Corp. by the end of its fiscal year 2014. The Company had disclosed in July that it had entered into a new employment agreement with Mr. Gehring that provided for him to transition into this new role, which is part time, no earlier than mid-2014 and no later than mid-2016. In his new role with Tommy Hilfiger, Mr. Gehring will be involved in establishing the overall strategy of Tommy Hilfiger, as well as serve as an advisor to Daniel Grieder, who was named today as his successor. As Vice Chairman of PVH Corp., Mr. Gehring will serve as an advisor to Manny Chirico, PVH's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer on matters related to PVH.
Luisa Delgado has been appointed as the new CEO of Safilo Group and Safilo Spa, as anticipated by the Company on June 19, 2013. Roberto Vedovotto will remain on the Board of Safilo Group as a non executive Director.
The Tommy Hilfiger Group, which is wholly owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE:PVH], and P.S. ARTS celebrated the launch of a unique arts education curriculum with a school visit to Walgrove Elementary School by designer Tommy Hilfiger, P.S. ARTS' Amy Shapiro and Kristen Paglia, Walgrove Elementary School Principal Olivia Adams and President of the Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation Guy Vickers.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced on The International Day of the Girl, the opening of the Somaly Mam Beauty Salon, a social enterprise developed in partnership with the anti-trafficking organization, The Somaly Mam Foundation.
The Tommy Hilfiger Group, which is wholly owned by PVH Corp., announced the brand's continued support of Breast Health International (BHI) for the seventh consecutive year, including the launch of a new limited-edition handbag. The 2013 BHI campaign reunites supermodels Claudia Schiffer and Naomi Campbell, photographed by Patrick Demarchelier.
Calvin Klein, Inc. announced its plans to present the first-ever Save the Children benefit gala on Tuesday, October 1st at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. The event will honor influential supporters of the organization, including Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton; award-winning actor and Save the Children Artist Ambassador, Jennifer Garner; PVH Corp.'s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Emanuel (Manny) Chirico; the Bezos Family Foundation; and, Tipton Elementary School's Early Childhood Coordinator, Virginia Almeida.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced the appointment of Pamela Gill Alabaster to lead the Company's global Corporate Responsibility function. In this role, Ms. Alabaster will be responsible for the continued development and implementation of The Estée Lauder Companies' global Corporate Responsibility strategy in alignment with the Company's long-term business objectives. Ms. Alabaster will report to Mr. Gregory Polcer, Executive Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Mr. Peter Jueptner, Senior Vice President, Strategy and New Business Development, co-chairs of the Company's Corporate Responsibility efforts, under the leadership of Executive Chairman, William P. Lauder.
UGG Australia, a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation ( DECK), will launch its new integrated media campaign entitled 'For ___ For Men' for the fall 2013 season on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. The four-month long campaign will celebrate men from all walks of life who illustrate dedication, talent and passion in their day-to-day lives. Each month will present a different theme: For Game Changers, For Role Models, For Leaders, For Mentors. The campaign will also feature a new spot called 'For Gamechangers,' featuring UGG for Men ambassador Tom Brady.
