Philippa Newman Promoted to Chief Brand and Product Officer to Drive Brand Growth and Strategic Alignment
February 13 2025 - 3:45PM
Business Wire
Capri Holdings Limited (NYSE:CPRI), a global fashion luxury
group, today announced the promotion of Philippa Newman to Chief
Brand and Product Officer, effective immediately. In this expanded
role, Ms. Newman will oversee all product and marketing functions.
She will continue reporting directly to John D. Idol, Chairman and
CEO of Capri Holdings and Michael Kors.
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Ms. Newman has been with Michael Kors for over 16 years, most
recently serving as the Chief Product Officer where she has already
taken a pivotal role in driving product innovation and shaping our
strategy for growth. As Chief Brand and Product Officer, she will
focus on delivering a compelling, unified brand experience aligned
with our heritage, ensuring that Michael Kors continues to create
exciting fashion and core products with strong consumer appeal
while driving engagement across all touchpoints.
“Ms. Newman is an exceptional leader with deep brand expertise
and a strategic mindset,” said John D. Idol. “By bringing product
and marketing under one cohesive leadership structure, we are
creating greater synergy across our business, enabling a clear and
consistent brand vision, and strengthening our ability to connect
with consumers globally.”
“Michael Kors has incredible brand equity, and I am honored to
step into this role at such a pivotal time,” said Philippa Newman.
“I look forward to working alongside John, Michael, and our
talented teams to effectively execute our product and brand
strategies and drive long-term growth.”
This strategic leadership shift reinforces Michael Kors’
commitment to brand evolution, consumer engagement, and product
innovation, ensuring the company is well-positioned for the
future.
About Capri Holdings Limited
Capri Holdings is a global fashion luxury group consisting of
iconic, founder-led brands Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors.
Our commitment to glamorous style and craftsmanship is at the heart
of each of our luxury brands. We have built our reputation on
designing exceptional, innovative products that cover the full
spectrum of fashion luxury categories. Our strength lies in the
unique DNA and heritage of each of our brands, the diversity and
passion of our people and our dedication to the clients and
communities we serve. Capri Holdings Limited is publicly listed on
the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker CPRI.
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fiscal year ended March 30, 2024 filed with the Securities and
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