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Michael Kors Appoints New President of EMEA Region

Robin Gendron, President Michael Kors EMEA. Courtesy.
Robin Gendron, President Michael Kors EMEA. Courtesy.
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The US-based brand’s owner, Capri Holdings Ltd., announced the appointment of longtime Michael Kors executive Robin Gendron to the position, effective June 1. Gendron will succeed Cedric Wilmotte, and report to chairman and chief executive of Capri, John D. Idol.

During his 15 year tenure with Michael Kors, Gendron has served as US vice president of footwear sales, and led wholesale and merchandising for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). His most recent role was senior vice president of retail, e-commerce and operations for the EMEA region.

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Joan Kennedy is Correspondent at The Business of Fashion. She is based in New York and covers beauty and marketing.

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