Shuffle Board: Execs Move Across Fashion Industry with New Roles at Levi's, Skims, Valentino, and More

Crocs appoints Carly Gomez as senior vice president and chief marketing officer. Levi Strauss names Chris Callieri as chief supply chain officer. Skims appoints Robin Gendron as president of the Europe, Middle East and Africa division. Valentino names Riccardo Bellini as chief executive. Caleres appoints Kathleen Welter as chief human resources officer.

In a series of strategic moves aimed at bolstering their market positions, several prominent fashion and footwear brands have appointed new executives to key leadership roles. Crocs has elevated Terence Reilly to executive vice president and chief brand officer, and appointed Carly Gomez as senior vice president and chief marketing officer (CMO) for the Crocs brand [1]. Gomez, a 20-year omni-channel marketing expert, joins Crocs from Fabletics, bringing a wealth of experience that will help accelerate the brand's growth in the casual footwear category.

Meanwhile, Levi Strauss & Co. has appointed Chris Callieri as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer, effective September 15 [2]. Callieri, who brings over 20 years of international supply chain experience, will oversee global supply chain operations for the Levi’s brand. His appointment coincides with a significant earnings report, where Levi Strauss reported earnings per share of 22 cents, surpassing analysts' expectations [3].

Skims, the popular shapewear and loungewear brand, has named Robin Gendron as president of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) division. Gendron's appointment underscores Skims' expansion into these regions and highlights the brand's commitment to global growth [4].

Valentino has named Riccardo Bellini as chief executive officer. Bellini, who previously served as the brand's creative director, brings a wealth of experience in luxury fashion to the role. His appointment signals a shift in leadership as Valentino continues to navigate the competitive luxury market [5].

Lastly, Caleres has appointed Kathleen Welter as chief human resources officer. Welter's appointment marks a strategic move to strengthen the company's HR capabilities, as Caleres continues to expand its product offerings and market presence [6].

These appointments reflect a broader trend within the industry, where companies are increasingly focusing on strategic leadership to drive growth and innovation. As these brands continue to adapt to evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics, investors and financial professionals should keep an eye on the impact of these appointments on each company's performance.

References:
[1] https://wwd.com/footwear-news/shoe-industry-news/crocs-hey-dude-marketing-carly-gomez-amondo-redmond-hr-1238037118/
[2] https://www.morningstar.com/news/business-wire/20250819962984/levi-strauss-co-appoints-chris-callieri-as-chief-supply-chain-officer
[3] https://www.investing.com/news/company-news/levi-strauss-appoints-chris-callieri-as-chief-supply-chain-officer-93CH-4200908
[4] https://www.skims.com/press-releases/skims-appoints-robin-gendron-president-europe-middle-east-and-africa-division
[5] https://www.valentino.com/news/valentino-names-riccardo-bellini-as-chief-executive-officer
[6] https://www.caleres.com/press-releases/caleres-appoints-kathleen-welter-as-chief-human-resources-officer