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 Wants to Be the ‘Most Influential Group in the Luxury Universe.’ What Does That Mean?
Chief executive Francois-Henri Pinault laid out his ambitious strategy at the Paris-based conglomerate’s annual meeting for shareholders.

Kering Wants to Be the ‘Most Influential Group in the Luxury Universe.’ What Does That Mean?
Chief executive Francois-Henri Pinault laid out his ambitious strategy at the Paris-based conglomerate’s annual meeting for shareholders.

Why Fashion’s Giant Notre-Dame Pledges Are Good for Business
Both LVMH and Kering stand to benefit from their donations to save Notre-Dame, though a political backdrop of populism has raised the risk of a backlash.

Why Fashion’s Giant Notre-Dame Pledges Are Good for Business
Both LVMH and Kering stand to benefit from their donations to save Notre-Dame, though a political backdrop of populism has raised the risk of a backlash.

Pinault, Arnault Families Pledge €300 Million to Rebuild Notre-Dame
Funding for the reconstruction of Notre-Dame is piling up at a spectacular rate, with two of France's richest families, which control luxury groups LVMH and Kering, pledging €200 million and €100 million, respectively.

Pinault, Arnault Families Pledge €300 Million to Rebuild Notre-Dame
Funding for the reconstruction of Notre-Dame is piling up at a spectacular rate, with two of France's richest families, which control luxury groups LVMH and Kering, pledging €200 million and €100 million, respectively.

The Week Ahead: Will Kering Change Its Tune on Acquisitions?
This week, everyone will be talking about Gucci parent Kering's next move, fashion at Coachella and Allbirds entering China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

The Week Ahead: Will Kering Change Its Tune on Acquisitions?
This week, everyone will be talking about Gucci parent Kering's next move, fashion at Coachella and Allbirds entering China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Brexit at the Cliff Edge: What Fashion Needs to Know
March 29th was meant to be the day the UK left the European Union. Instead, the Brexit drama is far from over and global fashion brands operating in the country face a prolonged period of uncertainty.

Brexit at the Cliff Edge: What Fashion Needs to Know
March 29th was meant to be the day the UK left the European Union. Instead, the Brexit drama is far from over and global fashion brands operating in the country face a prolonged period of uncertainty.

Hermès To Launch Skincare, Cosmetics
The French luxury house confirmed its big beauty ambitions.

Hermès To Launch Skincare, Cosmetics
The French luxury house confirmed its big beauty ambitions.

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?

Succession Planning: What Works, What Doesn't
The death of Karl Lagerfeld has put a spotlight on succession planning quandaries at major brands, from Ralph Lauren to Giorgio Armani. What can the industry learn from the successes and stumbles of the past?

Luxury Defies China Slowdown Fears
From Richemont to Kering, some of the biggest names in luxury reported strong growth in their end-of-year results, with the majority citing the Chinese market as a key driver.

Luxury Defies China Slowdown Fears
From Richemont to Kering, some of the biggest names in luxury reported strong growth in their end-of-year results, with the majority citing the Chinese market as a key driver.

The Week Ahead: Why Feminism Is Suddenly in Fashion
This week, everyone will be talking about International Women's Day, Forbes' latest billionaires ranking and Glossier's mysterious new brand. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

The Week Ahead: Why Feminism Is Suddenly in Fashion
This week, everyone will be talking about International Women's Day, Forbes' latest billionaires ranking and Glossier's mysterious new brand. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

What the Fashion World Is Saying About the Passing of Karl Lagerfeld
The industry remembers the beloved designer, whose death was announced on Tuesday morning.

What the Fashion World Is Saying About the Passing of Karl Lagerfeld
The industry remembers the beloved designer, whose death was announced on Tuesday morning.
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