Levi Strauss & Co.

Shoptalk Announces Speaker Lineup for 2024 Event in Las Vegas

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 23, 2024

Shoptalk , the leading global event for retail and ecommerce, today announced the speaker lineup for its 2024 conference taking place March 17–20 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

Key Points: 
  • Shoptalk , the leading global event for retail and ecommerce, today announced the speaker lineup for its 2024 conference taking place March 17–20 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
  • Following his special guest appearance alongside Usher during the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show, Grammy Award–winning rapper and actor Ludacris will headline the annual Shoptalk Beach Party.
  • Highly anticipated Shoptalk 2024 mainstage speakers include:
    Tony Spring, the new President and CEO of Macy’s, Inc., who—in his first public interview since taking over the CEO reins—will outline his strategic vision for the $24 billion retailer.
  • “This year’s carefully curated speaker lineup includes influential retail leaders from across the industry, who will share the freshest perspectives on the technologies, trends and tactics that are shaping retail today,” said Sophie Wawro, Global President, Shoptalk.

Paragon DCX named Acquia Partner of the Year - EMEA

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024

LONDON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital transformation agency and consultancy, Paragon DCX, has today been announced as Acquia Partner of the Year – EMEA.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital transformation agency and consultancy, Paragon DCX, has today been announced as Acquia Partner of the Year – EMEA.
  • Paragon DCX was selected for their outstanding performance, industry leadership, and commitment to being a digital experience trailblazer in 2023.
  • Paragon DCX specialises in the design and implementation of exceptional digital customer experiences, solving the disconnect between technology, product, and marketing, enabling businesses to thrive now and in the future.
  • Commenting on the accolade, Fraser Meikle, head of growth at Paragon DCX, said: "DCX exists to offer brands a versatile agency partner to tackle complex business, marketing, and digital challenges.

Paragon DCX named Acquia Partner of the Year - EMEA

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 29, 2024

LONDON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital transformation agency and consultancy, Paragon DCX, has today been announced as Acquia Partner of the Year – EMEA.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital transformation agency and consultancy, Paragon DCX, has today been announced as Acquia Partner of the Year – EMEA.
  • Paragon DCX was selected for their outstanding performance, industry leadership, and commitment to being a digital experience trailblazer in 2023.
  • Paragon DCX specialises in the design and implementation of exceptional digital customer experiences, solving the disconnect between technology, product, and marketing, enabling businesses to thrive now and in the future.
  • Commenting on the accolade, Fraser Meikle, head of growth at Paragon DCX, said: "DCX exists to offer brands a versatile agency partner to tackle complex business, marketing, and digital challenges.

MikeWorldWide Public Relations Taps Luke Lewis to Join Corporate Communications Practice

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 14, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide, a leading independent public relations agency, has hired Luke Lewis as executive vice president and managing director of its New York corporate communications practice. In the newly created position, Lewis is responsible for leading the New York corporate practice's already strong team of consultants and roster of clients while supporting the agency's aggressive growth ambitions. He will report to president and chair of reputation management, Carreen Winters.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide , a leading independent public relations agency, has hired Luke Lewis as executive vice president and managing director of its New York corporate communications practice.
  • Lewis joins MikeWorldWide after nearly nine years at FleishmanHillard, where he served in various leadership roles in the agency's New York and San Francisco offices.
  • Lewis has also worked extensively in crisis and issues management, executive thought leadership, employee communications, and strategic brand positioning.
  • The team's corporate communications expertise spans thought leadership and executive eminence, ESG and purpose programming, employer brand, and internal communications.

Recover™ Welcomes Hans Ploos van Amstel to its Board of Directors

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Recover™, the leading materials science company and scale producer of sustainable, high quality recycled cotton fiber and cotton fiber blends, today announced the appointment of Hans Ploos van Amstel to its board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • Recover™, the leading materials science company and scale producer of sustainable, high quality recycled cotton fiber and cotton fiber blends, today announced the appointment of Hans Ploos van Amstel to its board of directors.
  • Hans is a widely respected leader whose expertise will complement the talent and experience of the existing Recover board members.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Hans to Recover's board of directors," said Olof Persson, chairman of Recover and former chief executive officer of the Volvo Group.
  • Hans' appointment to the board of directors follows the company’s recent appointment of Anders Sjoblom as chief executive officer and Matthew Neville as chief commercial officer.

Lexicon Branding Adds Senior Leadership and Expands Studio Capabilities to Meet Growing Client Demand for Brand Naming Expertise

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 9, 2024

SAUSALITO, Calif., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lexicon Branding, a global leader in the development of corporate and product brands, announced new leadership hires and expansion of its studio capabilities. Known for naming billion-dollar brands Sonos, Impossible Foods, Microsoft Azure, P&G's Swiffer, Subaru Outback, Intel Pentium, Dasani and Blackberry, Lexicon has an unmatched reputation for creating game-changing brand names for new to the world companies and products.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to start 2024 with new energy and hires that will help Lexicon meet the ambitious goals of our clients.
  • Creating the right brand name has never been more difficult — or important," David Placek, Founder, Lexicon Branding.
  • The new hires bring more than 50 years of collective branding and strategy experience to Lexicon and its clients.
  • Tom Raith joins Lexicon in a newly created position of Brand Leadership Director, working on projects with longer horizons with more focus on developing brand architecture systems that drive client growth, revenue and leadership.

Lexicon Branding Adds Senior Leadership and Expands Studio Capabilities to Meet Growing Client Demand for Brand Naming Expertise

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, February 8, 2024

SAUSALITO, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lexicon Branding, a global leader in the development of corporate and product brands, announced new leadership hires and expansion of its studio capabilities. Known for naming billion-dollar brands Sonos, Impossible Foods, Microsoft Azure, P&G's Swiffer, Subaru Outback, Intel Pentium, Dasani and Blackberry, Lexicon has an unmatched reputation for creating game-changing brand names for new to the world companies and products.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to start 2024 with new energy and hires that will help Lexicon meet the ambitious goals of our clients.
  • The new hires bring more than 50 years of collective branding and strategy experience to Lexicon and its clients.
  • Schleuning has held senior leadership positions at Pentagram, Marshall Strategy and Mucho Design and has led programs for Google, Symantec, Salesforce and Visa.
  • Tom Raith joins Lexicon in a newly created position of Brand Leadership Director, working on projects with longer horizons with more focus on developing brand architecture systems that drive client growth, revenue and leadership.

Michelle Gass Assumes Role of Levi Strauss & Co. President & Chief Executive Officer

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 29, 2024

; NYSE: LEVI) today announced that Michelle Gass has assumed the role of president and CEO, as previously disclosed in December .

Key Points: 
  • ; NYSE: LEVI) today announced that Michelle Gass has assumed the role of president and CEO, as previously disclosed in December .
  • Gass follows Chip Bergh, who served as the company’s president and CEO for the previous 12.5 years.
  • is expanding its executive leadership team with two immediate appointments, emphasizing the company's dedication to pivoting fully to a DTC-first, brand-led business model.
  • Levi’s® Chief Marketing Officer Kenny Mitchell and newly promoted Chief Merchandising Officer Dawn Vitale will join the executive leadership team, which, under Gass’ leadership, is responsible for setting the company's overall direction and overseeing all major strategic, financial and operational decisions.

Levi Strauss & Co. Renews Commitment to the Bay Area With Proposed 10-Year Extension of Levi’s® Stadium Naming Rights and 49ers Partnership

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 25, 2024

the naming rights for Levi’s® Stadium through the 2043 NFL season, reaffirming the parties’ commitment to the Bay Area as a world-renowned destination for sports and entertainment.

Key Points: 
  • the naming rights for Levi’s® Stadium through the 2043 NFL season, reaffirming the parties’ commitment to the Bay Area as a world-renowned destination for sports and entertainment.
  • will also be extending their sponsorship of the team, which includes digital content and merchandise collaborations, continuing this successful partnership.
  • “Since first announcing the naming rights to Levi’s® Stadium in May of 2013, under the leadership of LS&Co.
  • “The 49ers and Levi’s® are both iconic brands that are synonymous with the Bay Area, driven by a desire to serve this community.

Levi Strauss & Co. Reports Fourth-Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 25, 2024

Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 26, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 26, 2023.
  • In fiscal 2024, it is expected this initiative will generate net cost savings of $100 million.
  • In Europe, net revenues increased 2% on a reported basis and decreased 2% on a constant-currency basis; excluding Russia, net revenues increased 1% on a constant-currency basis.
  • Other Brands net revenues decreased 11% on a reported basis and 13% on a constant-currency basis.