Kering Creates New Centers of Excellence, Makes Key Executive Appointments

Group 1 - Kering has established two new centers of excellence, Industry and Client, to enhance operational efficiency and support sustainable growth [1][3] - Stéphane Noël has been appointed as chief industrial officer, and Carlo Mocci as chief client officer, both joining Kering's executive committee [2] - The Industry division aims to improve production structure and efficiency by integrating purchasing, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and R&D [3] - The Client division focuses on implementing Kering's strategies across the value chain, including product and pricing, marketing, and distribution channels [3] Group 2 - Luca de Meo, Kering's CEO, emphasizes the importance of these new leaders in accelerating the company's transformation and supporting its brands [3] - Noël's background includes significant experience in the automotive industry, where he managed large teams and complex operations [4] - His mission at Kering is to enhance the group's industrial organization and supply performance while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance [4]