Naomi Campbell Wins Appeal Against Charity Trustee Ban
A London tribunal ruled that the misuse of funds at the charity the supermodel founded had been concealed from her.
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The Best Jobs on BoF Careers
BoF compiles the most exciting career opportunities now available on BoF Careers — including jobs from Estée Lauder, Richemont and Coach.
How Leaders Can Shepherd Brands Through the Covid-19 Crisis
"The North Face CMO Tom Herbst on weathering the pandemic."
Is This the Future of the Fashion Show?
"The first ‘high fashion runway show entirely from home’ just took place."
Reimagining the Post-Covid-19 Return
"How to bring a business back to work when economies are still reeling."
How Hair Salons Will Be Transformed by the Covid-19 Pandemic
"Hair salon owners have been forced to imagine a new future."
Will the Influencer Lifestyle Survive the Coronavirus?
"The economic downturn is hitting influencers hard."
Department Stores Are Headed for the Grave
"They were the original retail start-ups."
Could the Pandemic Push Influencer Marketing Deeper Into the Realm of CGI Avatars?
"The category might get seriously shaken up by virtual avatars."
When Does a Small Business File for Bankruptcy?
"The pandemic could shut millions of small businesses in the next several months."
China's E-Commerce Companies Draw Consumers Closer to Product-Makers
"The aim is for shoppers to have a say in the development of the products they buy."
How Nike Turned Shoe Parts Into Face Shields in Just Two Weeks
"Turning Nike Air into protecting gear was the only way to get the job done in time."
#BoFLIVE: The State of Fashion 2020 — Coronavirus Update with Cindy Gallop
The advertising consultant joins BoF Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed in a conversation about the innovation imperative for companies wanting to mitigate the damage of the pandemic.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Arnault Drops Out of World’s Top 10 Richest as US Tech Dominates
The LVMH chairman’s net worth fell to $143 billion on Thursday, pulling him beneath Warren Buffett, Bloomberg reported.
EssilorLuxottica Starts Buyback to Bolster Stock After Heir Exit
The brand plans to buy back more than €800 million ($932 million) of stock, seeking to bolster investor confidence after a slide in its shares and the exit of an heir of the eyewear maker’s founder from his management roles.
US Consumer Confidence Hits Seven-Month Low on Worse Outlook
Looking ahead, consumers surveyed by the Conference Board expressed negative sentiment towards future job and income prospects.
EssilorLuxottica Founder’s Son Quits Management Roles After Reported Rift With CEO
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is stepping down as chairman of the Ray-Ban brand and as chief strategy officer, the company said, after reports of tensions with CEO Francesco Milleri.
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve key trade disputes.