US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
Workplace & Talent
Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.
At Milan Fashion Week, Industry Leaders Gather to Discuss Gender Equity and the Next Generation of Talent in Luxury
In a roundtable co-hosted by Bulgari and BoF, executives representing the likes of Gucci, Versace, Marni, Tod’s, Meta, McKinsey and more discussed topics such as female-identifying representation in leadership and sponsorship in the workplace. BoF shares key insights below.
At Milan Fashion Week, Industry Leaders Gather to Discuss Gender Equity and the Next Generation of Talent in Luxury
In a roundtable co-hosted by Bulgari and BoF, executives representing the likes of Gucci, Versace, Marni, Tod’s, Meta, McKinsey and more discussed topics such as female-identifying representation in leadership and sponsorship in the workplace. BoF shares key insights below.
Inside the Transformation of Retail Careers
The latest BoF Careers’ white paper delves into how retailers can reimagine staffing practices to unlock growth, increase retention and improve the perception of retail careers as in-store talent becomes more critical than ever to success.
Inside the Transformation of Retail Careers
The latest BoF Careers’ white paper delves into how retailers can reimagine staffing practices to unlock growth, increase retention and improve the perception of retail careers as in-store talent becomes more critical than ever to success.
Introducing Naked Wolfe and Adanola
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Introducing Naked Wolfe and Adanola
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Inside the Apparel Team at On with Tim Coppens
On’s apparel designer discusses how collaboration, product innovation and sustainability plays into the design approach at the Roger Federer-backed Swiss sportswear brand.
Inside the Apparel Team at On with Tim Coppens
On’s apparel designer discusses how collaboration, product innovation and sustainability plays into the design approach at the Roger Federer-backed Swiss sportswear brand.
How Hollywood Stylists Can — and Just Might — Unionise
Strict labour laws in the US have long stood in the way of unionising efforts in creative industries like fashion. But in light of Hollywood’s historic strike and the ever-burgeoning gig economy, the tides may be shifting.
How Hollywood Stylists Can — and Just Might — Unionise
Strict labour laws in the US have long stood in the way of unionising efforts in creative industries like fashion. But in light of Hollywood’s historic strike and the ever-burgeoning gig economy, the tides may be shifting.
Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’
The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.
Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’
The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.
How to Keep Employees Happy After a Merger
The value of a newly acquired brand can plummet if the people who made it a creative and commercial force rush for the exits as soon as the deal closes.
How to Keep Employees Happy After a Merger
The value of a newly acquired brand can plummet if the people who made it a creative and commercial force rush for the exits as soon as the deal closes.
The BoF Podcast | Why Fashion, Media and Entertainment Are Converging
Darnell Strom speaks with BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed about the future of cultural industries and why they are becoming more interconnected than ever before.
The BoF Podcast | Why Fashion, Media and Entertainment Are Converging
Darnell Strom speaks with BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed about the future of cultural industries and why they are becoming more interconnected than ever before.
Announcing Showroom and Wardrobe NYC
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Showroom and Wardrobe NYC
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
How Retailers Convince Coveted Brands to Go on Sale
Consumers can find discounts from countless retailers year round. Getting sought-after labels to join the fray is just one way the merchandiser’s job has grown more complex.
How Retailers Convince Coveted Brands to Go on Sale
Consumers can find discounts from countless retailers year round. Getting sought-after labels to join the fray is just one way the merchandiser’s job has grown more complex.
Can the Fifteen Percent Pledge Get Past the Number?
As the climate around diversity initiatives shifts, the nonprofit is adapting its messaging to emphasise the need for long-term, structural changes over quick fixes.
Can the Fifteen Percent Pledge Get Past the Number?
As the climate around diversity initiatives shifts, the nonprofit is adapting its messaging to emphasise the need for long-term, structural changes over quick fixes.
A New Lawsuit Puts Fashion’s Corporate Diversity Efforts in the Crosshairs
The litigation, brought by the same conservative activist who led the successful campaign against affirmative action in college admissions, targets a Black-led VC fund that has invested in beauty brands Brown Girl Jane and Bread Beauty among others.
A New Lawsuit Puts Fashion’s Corporate Diversity Efforts in the Crosshairs
The litigation, brought by the same conservative activist who led the successful campaign against affirmative action in college admissions, targets a Black-led VC fund that has invested in beauty brands Brown Girl Jane and Bread Beauty among others.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Nike Faces Federal Probe Over Alleged Discrimination Against White Employees
The EEOC is investigating the brand over claims of systemic racism against white employees, including through DEI programmes.
Report: Amazon Plans Thousands More Corporate Job Cuts Next Week
The Seattle online retailer tied its initial round of job cuts in October to the rise of artificial intelligence software.
Nike Cuts Corporate Staffers Amid Realignment
Layoffs will impact less than 1 percent of the company’s corporate team and are part of a restructuring led by chief executive Elliot Hill.
Michael Burke Tapped to Lead LVMH Americas
The LVMH veteran has been named chairman and chief executive of LVMH Americas as the company navigates a 'complex and evolving geopolitical period.'
Women’s Conference Trybe Cancels, Citing Trump DEI Pushback
The event was slated for May 2025 in Las Vegas and had confirmed speakers from Sephora, H&M and TikTok.
Amazon Is Halting Some of Its Diversity and Inclusion Programmes
In a memo to employees, Candi Castleberry, a senior human resources executive, said last month that Amazon was ‘winding down outdated programmes and materials.’
Fearless Fund to End Grant Programme for Black Women Founders, Settles Lawsuit
The investment firm focused on women of colour agreed to end one of its grant programmes, bringing to a close year-long litigation with the American Alliance for Equal Rights. The fund will continue to operate other similar initiatives.