8 AUGUST2024W MAN LEADERGLOBAL W MAN LEADERGLOBAL NEWS BITESThe latest news in Kenneth Cole Corporation is the promotion of Emily Cole to the Executive Vice President of Women Creative Director and Product Strategy. Word on the street has it that in her new position, Emily Cole will be charged with the-co-ordination of the expansion of the women's division and product management of various categories of women products. In addition to reporting on the strategic partnership side, she will continue to supervise the design direction and management of merchandise for the New York-based company and help to research new product categories in other fields.As a senior executive reporting directly to Jed Berger, President of business affairs, and Kenneth Cole on the products' design aspects as the Creative Director for the brand, Emily Cole will be instrumental in advancing and defining the brand as purposeful. Kenneth Cole was assured with the decision to make Emily in charge of the new direction, especially on the women's division, pointing to the landmark change that he expected from her.Since joining the Kenneth Cole Productions in 2022, Emily Cole has occupied various managerial positions, including that of the Chief Strategy and Product Officer. When asked about her recent promotion, she expressed excitement for her new position and her mission to support the women's business. Emily focused her message on the brand's history in design and social responsibility and enthusiasm for contributing to the brand's development.This strategic hire demonstrates Kenneth Cole's commitment to creativity and expansion in its women's division as the brand sets itself up for further success. NEWS BITESKENNETH COLE APPOINTS EMILY COLE AS WOMEN'S CREATIVE DIRECTOR
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