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Gian Giacomo Ferraris

Chief Executive Officer, Roberto Cavalli

Credited with returning Versace to profitability within two years, the fashion executive turned his experienced eye to Roberto Cavalli.

Gian Giacomo Ferraris
Financial Markets

Versace In 'No Rush' to List on Stock Market

The Italian fashion house has been considering a listing after US private equity Blackstone bought a 20 percent stake in 2014 to fund its overseas expansion.

Financial Markets

Versace In 'No Rush' to List on Stock Market

The Italian fashion house has been considering a listing after US private equity Blackstone bought a 20 percent stake in 2014 to fund its overseas expansion.


News & Analysis

As Versace Denies Virgil Abloh Rumours, What Should Donatella Do Next?

Versace has been seeking a creative director as Versace gears up for significant expansion ahead of a still-planned, albeit significantly delayed, initial public offering.

News & Analysis

As Versace Denies Virgil Abloh Rumours, What Should Donatella Do Next?

Versace has been seeking a creative director as Versace gears up for significant expansion ahead of a still-planned, albeit significantly delayed, initial public offering.


Luxury

The New Retail

This week, LVMH confirmed the launch of 24 Sèvres, its long-awaited return to multi-brand e-commerce. But the once-distinct worlds of online and offline retail are converging, giving birth to a new retail reality.

Luxury

The New Retail

This week, LVMH confirmed the launch of 24 Sèvres, its long-awaited return to multi-brand e-commerce. But the once-distinct worlds of online and offline retail are converging, giving birth to a new retail reality.


News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director

Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.

News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director

Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.


News & Analysis

What You May Have Missed

BoF brings you the top eight fashion news and analysis stories of the week.

News & Analysis

What You May Have Missed

BoF brings you the top eight fashion news and analysis stories of the week.


News & Analysis

Cavalli Prepares for Radical Turnaround as Peter Dundas Exits

Roberto Cavalli CEO Gian Giacomo Ferraris has initiated a comprehensive reorganisation of the company, including store closures and severe cuts to global headcount.

News & Analysis

Cavalli Prepares for Radical Turnaround as Peter Dundas Exits

Roberto Cavalli CEO Gian Giacomo Ferraris has initiated a comprehensive reorganisation of the company, including store closures and severe cuts to global headcount.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Roberto Cavalli Names CEO, Aquascutum MD, Carven Men's Designer Exits

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli Names Former Versace Head as New CEO

Roberto Cavalli has named former Versace head Gian Giacomo Ferraris as its new chief executive as it seeks to relaunch under a new owner.

News & Analysis

Roberto Cavalli Names Former Versace Head as New CEO

Roberto Cavalli has named former Versace head Gian Giacomo Ferraris as its new chief executive as it seeks to relaunch under a new owner.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Akeroyd Succeeds Ferraris at Versace, Danielle Sherman Exits Edun

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


Workplace & Talent

Jonathan Akeroyd Named CEO at Versace

The former chief executive of Alexander McQueen joins Milan-based Versace, with his official start date set for 6th June.

Workplace & Talent

Jonathan Akeroyd Named CEO at Versace

The former chief executive of Alexander McQueen joins Milan-based Versace, with his official start date set for 6th June.


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