Introducing the Vogue Business People Moves Tracker, a running list highlighting the key executive appointments and exits across the fashion and beauty industries. From CEOs to creative directors to other key C-suite hires, we track the leadership shifts that are reshaping the industry.
October 2025
Gucci names Dario Gargiulo chief client, marketing and commercial officer
Background: Dario Gargiulo began his career in international marketing roles at Heineken in Italy, the Netherlands and Brazil, later serving as chief marketing officer at Diesel and Bottega Veneta. In 2023, he was promoted to his current position of Greater China CEO of Bottega Veneta. As chief client, marketing and commercial officer, Gargiulo will report to Gucci CEO Francesca Bellettini.
The following functions will report directly to Gargiulo: retail excellence, digital business and client services, client engagement, product care, store planning and architectural services, wholesale, licensing, marketing and communication.
Effective: 15 November 2025.
Company’s comment: “In this newly created role, Dario will lead the brand and commercial strategy across all distribution channels and touchpoints, with a holistic client-centric approach aimed at strengthening brand awareness, enhancing customer experience and maximizing revenue growth,” said an internal announcement released 28 October.
J Crew Group names Gena Smith as chief HR officer
Background: J Crew Group has appointed Gena Smith as chief human resources officer, bringing with her over 20 years of experience in talent and organisational strategy across global fashion and retail. Most recently, Smith was chief HR officer of LVMH North America, where she led the development of talent at all levels of the organisation, from executive to creative. In this role, she will oversee human resource functions — spanning talent acquisition, employee engagement and leadership development — for the entirety of J Crew’s portfolio, which includes American lifestyle brands J Crew and Madewell. Smith will report to group CEO Libby Wadle.