Former PVH president takes top job at Kenneth Cole

26/02/2015
Footwear brand Kenneth Cole has appointed Marc Schneider as CEO, reporting to the eponymous founder who will remain as chairman and chief creative officer.

He was most recently president of the Heritage Brands at PVH Corp and prior to that, senior vice-president at Timberland.

Mr Cole said, "Over the last year we have been working on transformative initiatives to better position the company for future global growth. Marc's vast background and success in all facets of the apparel, footwear and accessories businesses will be instrumental in navigating this journey, and I'm thrilled to welcome and partner with him as our new CEO."