François-Henri Pinault
Chairman, Kering
After taking the reins at his father’s luxury and lifestyle group, he consolidated the company’s core focus and expanded internationally, spearheading consecutive quarters of double-digit growth.


Kering Sells Shoemaker Sergio Rossi to End Years of Struggle
Kering SA agreed to sell shoemaker Sergio Rossi to an Italian buyout firm after struggling to turn around the business.

Kering Sells Shoemaker Sergio Rossi to End Years of Struggle
Kering SA agreed to sell shoemaker Sergio Rossi to an Italian buyout firm after struggling to turn around the business.

Michele Momentum Means No Markdowns at Gucci
As Alessandro Michele is named International Fashion Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri reveals why the designer’s first two collections will not be marked down.

Michele Momentum Means No Markdowns at Gucci
As Alessandro Michele is named International Fashion Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri reveals why the designer’s first two collections will not be marked down.

Kering Said to Be Open to Selling Puma After Revival Falls Short
Kering SA is open to selling its majority stake in Puma SE after struggling for eight years to turn around the German sporting-goods maker.

Kering Said to Be Open to Selling Puma After Revival Falls Short
Kering SA is open to selling its majority stake in Puma SE after struggling for eight years to turn around the German sporting-goods maker.

Kering Q3 Sales Growth Beats Estimates
Kering SA reported third-quarter revenue growth that beat analysts’ estimates as demand for Puma footwear and Saint Laurent dresses offset declining sales of Gucci handbags.

Kering Q3 Sales Growth Beats Estimates
Kering SA reported third-quarter revenue growth that beat analysts’ estimates as demand for Puma footwear and Saint Laurent dresses offset declining sales of Gucci handbags.

Why Isn’t There an Italian LVMH?
As LVMH, Richemont and Kering enter a period of consolidation, there is no Italian conglomerate to take them on in the fight for ownership of Italy’s brands. Why?

Why Isn’t There an Italian LVMH?
As LVMH, Richemont and Kering enter a period of consolidation, there is no Italian conglomerate to take them on in the fight for ownership of Italy’s brands. Why?

Demna Gvasalia of Vetements Named Balenciaga Artistic Director
Demna Gvasalia, the 34-year-old wunderkind designer behind Vetements, has been appointed artistic director of Balenciaga.

Demna Gvasalia of Vetements Named Balenciaga Artistic Director
Demna Gvasalia, the 34-year-old wunderkind designer behind Vetements, has been appointed artistic director of Balenciaga.

Reinventing Gucci
Marco Bizzarri, president and CEO of Gucci, speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about the reinvention of a superbrand.

Reinventing Gucci
Marco Bizzarri, president and CEO of Gucci, speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about the reinvention of a superbrand.

Introducing The BoF 500
Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.

Introducing The BoF 500
Today we unveil the third annual #BoF500, featuring the most influential people shaping the global fashion industry in 2015.

The Women in Christopher Kane’s Inner Circle
Colin McDowell talks to Christopher Kane about going global and the women who helped him get there.

The Women in Christopher Kane’s Inner Circle
Colin McDowell talks to Christopher Kane about going global and the women who helped him get there.

Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.

Balenciaga Break-Up: "It Was Mutual"
Wang’s departure is a rare example of a drama-free, mutual break-up between a designer and a fashion house, says Imran Amed.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.




