Vera Wang

Founder & Creative Director

Vera Wang

Daniel Grieder

CEO

Hugo Boss

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

He is responsible for Company Strategy, Global Marketing, Creative Direction, Global Product Development, Licenses Management, HR as well as Corporate Communications. 

Daniel Grieder was born in Washington, D.C., USA, in 1961. While studying at the University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration in Zurich (HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft) he founded Max Trade Service AG in 1985 (later renamed Madison Clothing Ltd.), which, in addition to manufacturing and selling leatherwear to leading department stores throughout Switzerland, also distributed internationally renowned brands such as Pepe Jeans, Tommy Hilfiger, Stone Island and C.P. Company in Switzerland, Austria and Eastern Europe.

With the launch of the American brand Tommy Hilfiger in the European market in 1997, Grieder was largely responsible for the successful establishment of Tommy Hilfiger there over the following years. In 2004, Daniel Grieder was named Vice President of Commercial Operations at Tommy Hilfiger Europe, and two years later as Chief Operating Officer and President Tommy Hilfiger Europe. This was followed by his appointment as Chief Executive Officer Tommy Hilfiger Europe in 2008. After the integration of the Tommy Hilfiger brand into the Phillips-Van Heusen (PVH) Corporation in 2010, Grieder became Chief Executive Officer and President of Tommy Hilfiger Global and PVH Europe in 2014.

In June 2021, Daniel Grieder joined the HUGO BOSS AG Managing Board as Chief Executive Officer.

Grieder is married, has two sons and lives in Switzerland.

Philippe Zuber

CEO

Kerzner International

Alex Schellenberger

Chief Brand and Marketing Officer

Mandarin Oriental

Miral Youssef

President

Middle East & Africa, Kering

Miral Youssef is the President of Kering Middle East & Africa, based in Dubai, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the Group’s strategic vision, growth trajectory, and brand presence across a diverse and fast-evolving region.

With a deep understanding of the market and a passion for excellence, Miral’s mission is to unlock growth opportunities and forge authentic connections with local communities and strategic partners, accelerating the expansion of Kering’s Houses across eight countries in the Middle East and Africa. Miral is known for amplifying Kering’s collective voice while navigating the dynamic intersection of global luxury leadership and regional cultural depth.

In addition to championing brand authenticity, she fosters a strong sense of community and engagement within the Group both internally and externally in alignment with Kering’s long-term values and purpose-driven vision.

Miral joined Kering in 2019 as the Middle East General Manager at Balenciaga, where she led the brand’s establishment and growth across four countries, successfully overseeing all business operations in the region until 2023.

She brings a distinguished career in the luxury industry, marked by strategic leadership and innovation.

Before joining Kering, she held roles at internationally renowned fashion houses including Vivienne Westwood, Theory, and Ralph Lauren in the UK, where she contributed to brand development and market positioning.

Her journey then led her to Chalhoub Group, a leading luxury retailer in the Middle East, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the regional retail landscape. There, she oversaw commercial and franchise operations for a portfolio of prestigious brands, while also spearheading new retail concepts and driving business development initiatives across the Group.

Miral is deeply committed to mentoring and empowering women in the early stages of their careers, actively supporting initiatives that champion female leadership and foster professional growth within the industry.

Her commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent extends well beyond her executive role.

She also serves on several advisory boards including the Arab Fashion Council and Heriot-Watt University, where she contributes her expertise to advancing education and the future of the luxury and fashion industries.

Born in London, Miral holds a Master’s degree in Fashion Culture and Media from the London College of Fashion.

Michael Chalhoub

CEO

Chalhoub Group

Michael Chalhoub is the Chief Executive Officer of Chalhoub Group, the leading luxury partner across the Middle East. Under his leadership, the 

Group is committed to delivering Vision 2033 through innovation, growth, and global expansion. 

Since joining Chalhoub Group, Michael has transformed the Group’s strategy, driving diversification into new categories, expanding into untapped regions, and revitalizing the investment portfolio. He has also strengthened joint venture partnerships, creating a solid foundation for sustained growth. 

Michael’s vision focuses on balancing growth with operational excellence. He is dedicated to expanding the Group's proprietary brands internationally while enhancing its portfolio through strategic acquisitions. 

Strengthening existing partnerships remains central to his strategy, solidifying Chalhoub Group’s position as a regional leader with a global presence. 

An entrepreneur at heart, Michael has launched several startups, including Sport360, a leading media group in the GCC that grew to a 75-person organization generating over $10M in annual revenues within just four years. He also supported multiple ventures through the Harvard Innovation Lab. 

Before becoming CEO, Michael served as President of Joint Ventures and Strategy, Growth, Innovation, and Investment at Chalhoub Group with prior roles at L’Oréal USA, Michael Kors, and in consulting. 

Michael is a Harvard Business School MBA Baker Scholar and holds master's degrees in Finance and International Affairs from Paris Dauphine University.

Alexis Mourot

CEO

Christian Louboutin

Alexis Mourot is the embodiment of modern leadership, combining high standard expectations with empathy and a profound desire to pass skills and knowledge on. An impassioned globetrotter, he joined Christian Louboutin in 2007 and is aiming to make the iconic French red-soled brand an essential luxury player on the international stage. Under his governance, the house has undergone spectacular growth and now has 165 stores in 40 countries. 

He is also leading the brand’s development, having now extended its universe to adapt to new lifestyles without ever forgetting its artisanal heritage and the exceptional know-how which made its reputation. Christian Louboutin today is an influential luxury accessories brand. It generates 95% of its turnover outside France. 

Educated in finance at the University of Paris-Dauphine, Alexis has had an atypical career. During his studies, he explored the working world and became assistant brand manager for Canard Duchêne and Veuve Clicquot champagnes. This experience rooted in him a love of know-how and the finest creations. 

It was in the United States that, over five years, he refined his international expertise in the luxury goods sector, first at Yves Saint Laurent then in the LVMH group. He played an active part in integrating iconic brands, such as Christian Lacroix, Kenzo, Loewe 1 into the “LVMH Fashion Group US”, and was actively involved with the integration and restructuring of the Donna Karan International brand. This American interlude is a marker of his career. 

He then contributed to developing Marc Jacobs and Marc by Marc Jacobs and successfully opened the brand’s European office, which he headed for three years from 2004 to 2007. 

An adept and respectful negotiator, his expertise in finance, combined with a passion for commercial development and the conquest of international markets gives him a global perspective and a great openness to the world. 

Attentive to others, a low-key personality, an impassioned worker, Alexis Mourot is known for his ability to bring people together, supporting them and adding momentum.  “I am particularly proud of my teams. My executive board is made up of talented, strong, loyal and committed teamplayers. Together, we are building an ambitious and sustainable future”. He makes a point of honor of transmitting skills and knowledge and encouraging the growth of the talent around him. 

In addition, infused with a deep passion for the entrepreneurial spirit, a business angel at heart, he invests into several ventures and participates as a Board Member of “Moon Venture”, a club of investors whose ambition is to finance and accompany innovative and high-potential startups. 

Alexis also sits as a Board Member of French Organization MEDEF Paris. He appreciates meeting with inspirational business leaders who have arisen from a variety of sectors. He is also a member of the Comité Colbert, where he is actively committed to enhancing the international reach of the French luxury-goods sector, and to the preservation and transmission of French know-how, combining heritage and modernity.

Julia Goddard

CEO

Harvey Nichols

Ken Feyder

Chief Information Officer, Americas Region

Hermes

Michael Ward

Managing Director

Harrods

Julie Bourgeois

CEO

ANINE BING

ANINE BING has announced Julie Bourgeois as the brand’s first Global President who will work alongside the executive team and lead the company through its next stage of growth and focus on its global position.

Bourgeois will drive continued profitable growth for the brand's key revenue channels including Wholesale, Retail and Ecommerce while working closely with the teams on building out innovative brand marketing opportunities and robust omnichannel strategies for the brand. Bourgeois is a distinguished executive with extensive experience in the global fashion and luxury retail sectors. She has previously held high profile roles at prestigious companies such as LVMH, Richemont, Four Seasons, Nespresso, Khaite, and Jacadi. Julie possesses a unique expertise in both luxury hospitality and lifestyle retail brands globally. In her most recent role as Senior Vice President, Global Head of Retail, and Global Head of Experiential Signature, Julie led the transformation of retail and experiential strategies, driving significant profitability and growth. Notably, she enhanced the retail experience across 130 properties worldwide, driving substantial revenue growth and increasing brand visibility both online and on-site. Julie also led the successful launch of the Four Seasons at Home Collection, further solidifying the brand's position as a global luxury leader by reaching guests in innovative ways. Previously, as CEO of Jacadi America, Julie achieved remarkable brand growth and successfully led the acquisitions of Catimini and Absorba

“We are truly excited to welcome Julie to ANINE BING. Julie is a highly accomplished executive with exceptional experience in the luxury sector and I look forward to working with her as we continue to drive the great momentum of our business globally,”– Nico Bing, Co-Founder and CEO “Julie understands the ANINE BING woman and completely embodies the brand; she has impeccable taste and is an incredible business leader with a proven track record of success. We are delighted to have her join the ANINE BING team,”– Anine Bing, Founder and Chief Creative Officer

“I am thrilled to join ANINE BING as Global President. With its innovative spirit and strong culture, I see incredible potential for international growth. I look forward to collaborating with our incredible founders and talented teams to drive our shared vision forward,”– Julie Bourgeois, Global President

Bourgeois will be based in Paris and will also play a significant role in building out the ANINE BING team in Europe. The new ANINE BING office in Paris will open this month. This follows the opening of the Brand’s second office in the US, located in NYC, which officially opened in May 2024.

Bourgeois will start on June 3rd and will report directly to Nico Bing, Co-Founder and CEO.

Elie Barnes

Chief Marketing & Digital Officer

Bremont Watch Company

Elie Barnes is a creative and strategic leader with a proven track record of integrated marketing excellence and digital innovation in an ever-changing consumer landscape. 

With over 17 years of experience, a decade of which within the luxury sector, with LVMH // Bang & Olufsen and Bremont Watch Company, leading Global Marketing // brand strategy development, digital transformation, revolutionary product launches and strategic partnerships, Elie has a dynamic and unique understanding and appreciation for consumer marketing and communication strategies.

Elie is passionate team and people leader, who strives to ignite excitement and possibility among people from all corners of the world then inspire them to contribute their best work. As a lifelong athlete, having competed on the international sporting stage for 15 years, Elie works with a firm belief in the power of a team and a fierce commitment to bring out the best in each player.