VICE SQUAD: Louis Vuitton has promoted two seasoned executives in its image and communications department, WWD has learned. According to sources, Bianca Manley has been named vice president, women’s communications, and Cécile Durieux has been appointed vice president, men’s and corporate communications. Both women start their new roles officially on May 1 and report to … Read more
FIT FOR MCQUEEN: As part of its “transformation strategy” under new designer Seán McGirr, Alexander McQueen has named Gaelle Collet its chief brand and communications officer, WWD has learned. She starts on May 15 and reports to Gianfilippo Testa, president and chief executive officer of the London-based fashion house. Previously, Collet spent five years at … Read more
NEW HORIZONS: Valérie Duport, chief communications and image officer at Kering, is leaving the French luxury group effective Friday, WWD has learned. The company confirmed that Duport “has taken the decision to pursue other projects outside Kering.” It did not elaborate, and Duport could not be reached for comment on Thursday. Duport joined Kering in … Read more
