Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger owner names new CEO for Americas operations PVH Corporation announced former Urban Outfitters chief executive Trish Donnelly will be joining the company as its new CEO of PVH Americas on February 16. Donnelly, who will be based at PVH’s New York headquarters, will be reporting to Stefan Larsson, CEO of PVH. With her new role, Donnelly will have responsibility for the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and Heritage Brands businesses in the Americas and for the global Calv
obal Calvin Klein brand. She will also oversee the company’s North America-based brand leaders, including Calvin Klein CEO Cheryl-Abel Hodges.
“Trish is one of the most experienced and successful leaders in our industry,” Larsson said. “Her proven track record in winning with the consumer, driving industry-leading e-commerce, and balancing that with very strong retail execution and best-in-class partnerships, makes her the ideal leader to drive the charge for sustainable, profitable market-share growth for PVH Americas.”
Prior to her seven years with Urban Outfitters, Donnelly held leadership roles at J.Crew, Ralph Lauren, Steven Alan and Cole Haan.
Lendlease Group CEO to retire in May
The chief executive of property firm Lendlease Group, Steve McCann, said he will be retiring at the end of May and will be succeeded by Tony Lombardo.
Lombardo, who currently holds the role of chief executive of Lendlease Asia, said he is honoured to take the role and is looking forward to delivering positive outcomes in his new leadership position.
“It has been a tremendous privilege to lead Lendlease for more than 12 years,” McCann said. “I’d like to thank every one of our people around the world for their dedication in delivering our projects safely and sustainably on behalf of our customers, investment partners and the communities in which we operate.
“I have worked closely with Tony for 13 years and am confident in the future of Lendlease in his hands,” he added.
Company chairman Michael Ullmer said McCann’s passion, intellect and leadership as well as his unwavering commitment towards operating in a safe and sustainable way have left a powerful legacy to the group.
L Brands names new Victoria’s Secret CEO
L Brands has appointed Martin Waters as the new CEO of Victoria’s Secret effective immediately.
Waters, who joined the company in 2008 as head of the international division, will succeed Stuart Burgdoerfer, CFO and interim CEO at Victoria’s Secret for the last nine months, who will be retiring this summer.
Waters, who previously held a managing director role at the European health and beauty retailer Boots International, will be reporting to the CEO of L Brands Andrew Meslow.
