Kate Spade Names EVP, President of N.A.
Kate Spade & Company announces that Emilia Fabricant will join the company as Executive Vice President, President of North America, effective June 29, 2015. In this role, Ms. Fabricant will oversee the Company's North America business, with responsibilities across all distribution channels, and will report to Craig A. Leavitt, Chief Executive Officer.
"Emilia's combination of experience with luxury retailers, mall-based retailers and online businesses makes her an excellent fit for our team. She will bring valuable leadership and perspective as we continue to focus on our channel-agnostic approach and on fulfilling our lifestyle vision to drive profitability," said Mr. Leavitt. "As our business continues to expand across our four category pillars – women's, men's, children's and home – Emilia will play a central role in overseeing all aspects of our distribution channels in North America."
Ms. Fabricant has nearly 25 years of experience in executive leadership and merchandising roles. Most recently, she served as Executive Vice President of Aeropostale, Inc. overseeing design and merchandising across all divisions, and serving as President of GoJane.com. Prior, she served as President of bebe stores, inc., as well as President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Charlotte Russe, Inc. Ms. Fabricant also founded Cadeau Maternity, and served as President and Chief Merchandising Officer of eStyle, Inc. following its acquisition of Cadeau. Ms. Fabricant began her merchandising career with Barneys New York, where she served in a number of management roles, culminating with Senior Vice President, Women's Co Op and Outlet Division.
Ms. Fabricant stated, "I am proud to be joining Kate Spade & Company. Over the past several years, I have watched the Company build incredible momentum in North America and grow consumer appeal and demand across product categories. I am eager to apply my experience in brand management and merchandising toKate Spade & Company and look forward to working with its talented, innovative team."
"Emilia's combination of experience with luxury retailers, mall-based retailers and online businesses makes her an excellent fit for our team. She will bring valuable leadership and perspective as we continue to focus on our channel-agnostic approach and on fulfilling our lifestyle vision to drive profitability," said Mr. Leavitt. "As our business continues to expand across our four category pillars – women's, men's, children's and home – Emilia will play a central role in overseeing all aspects of our distribution channels in North America."
Ms. Fabricant has nearly 25 years of experience in executive leadership and merchandising roles. Most recently, she served as Executive Vice President of Aeropostale, Inc. overseeing design and merchandising across all divisions, and serving as President of GoJane.com. Prior, she served as President of bebe stores, inc., as well as President and Chief Merchandising Officer of Charlotte Russe, Inc. Ms. Fabricant also founded Cadeau Maternity, and served as President and Chief Merchandising Officer of eStyle, Inc. following its acquisition of Cadeau. Ms. Fabricant began her merchandising career with Barneys New York, where she served in a number of management roles, culminating with Senior Vice President, Women's Co Op and Outlet Division.
Ms. Fabricant stated, "I am proud to be joining Kate Spade & Company. Over the past several years, I have watched the Company build incredible momentum in North America and grow consumer appeal and demand across product categories. I am eager to apply my experience in brand management and merchandising toKate Spade & Company and look forward to working with its talented, innovative team."