Latest Appointments

Kering Names CEO for Its New Jewelry Platform

Jean-Marc Duplaix will manage the project, which aims to support growth of group’s houses.

Andrea Pooler brings experience in retail, manufacturing and wholesale.

New chief exec joined luxury watchmaker in 2018.

Tom Heap joins the auction house from Sotheby’s, where he oversaw sales as head of department.

David Berdugo helps set up channel to support independent retailers.

David Tse will lead the team to develop the brand’s identity.

Julie Yoakum, president of Kay and Peoples Jewellers, will serve as chairperson.

Aldo Battista will succeed Katia Fontana, who retires on April 1.

Exec, who joined the company in 2013, will also lead customization teams.

Kimberly Miller succeeds Emmanuel Danan, who left the company last year.

Paris Peace Forum meeting also touches on responsible sourcing, workers’ rights, and respect for local communities.