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Carter’s Begins Search for New CEO Following Retirement of 30-Year Company Veteran

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Westenberger joined Carters in 2009 and has held his current titles since March 2024. Carters recently implemented a new strategic approach spanning marketing, product development and store design to broaden its appeal to Gen Z. Both appointments are effective immediately, but Casey will serve in an advisory capacity through Feb.

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As Gen Z Enters Prime Spending Years, Brands Sharpen Their Pitch

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They’ve been shaped/scarred by not one but two global economic traumas — the Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the COVID pandemic — and they’ve grown up with social media playing an increasingly large (and loud) role in shaping culture, including how these consumers shop, research and purchase products and services. Now it’s the inversion.

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Hoka’s president Robin Green on intentional innovation with the launch of Bondi 9

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Hoka was founded in 2009 with a single vision to make running long distances feel easier by crafting a shoe optimised for downhill speed but it didnt take long for its founders, Jean-Luc Diard and Nicolas Mermoud, to realise that its ultra-cushioned sole could translate to road running. Its latest release, the Bondi 9 is no exception.

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Lego appoints Justine McKenny as marketing chief for ANZ

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The Lego Group has appointed Justine McKenny as its new senior director, head of marketing for Australia and New Zealand, effective March 1. McKenny will lead the marketing team for the region and join the leadership team, reporting to Troy Taylor – VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand.

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Williams-Sonoma Promotes Veteran Insider to Brand President Role

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Carbullido joined Williams-Sonoma in 2009 as VP, Pottery Barn Ecommerce, and since 2014 has served as its Chief Marketing Officer, leading marketing strategy and operations across the retailer’s portfolio of brands. He is replacing Ryan Ross, who resigned earlier this month for a leadership position outside the company.

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‘An exciting way to test a new market’: More fashion brands turn to rental

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The online clothing rental market has come a long way since platforms like GlamCorner and US market leader Rent the Runway launched in 2011 and 2009, respectively. According to Future Market Insights, the global online clothing rental market is currently worth US$1.9 The ‘Attenborough’ effect.

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YOOX Net-a-Porter’s THE OUTNET Continues Menswear Expansion with U.S. Launch

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Launched in 2009, THE OUTNET is owned by Italian online fashion retailer YOOX Net-a-Porter Group and focuses on curated selections of past-season designer apparel. now features a dedicated menswear homepage and will be accompanied by menswear-focused editorial and marketing campaigns. THE OUTNET U.S.

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