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Kering Appoints Sarah Crook As CEO Of Christopher Kane

French luxury and retail group Kering (PPRUY, PPRUF), previously known as PPR, said that it has appointed Sarah Crook as Chief Executive Officer of the brand Christopher Kane, effective 17 November 2014. She will report to Marco Bizzarri, CEO of Kering 'Luxury - Couture & Leather Goods' division.

Sarah Crook will succeed Alexandre de Brettes who has successfully completed the integration of Christopher Kane Ltd within the Kering Group. He will remain within the Christopher Kane company to ensure a smooth transition, before taking another position within the Group.

Previously strategic brand & business consultant to the British Fashion Council and leading fashion brands for two years, Sarah Crook served at Stella McCartney between 2004 and 2012, first as merchandise & business development director and then as vice-president.

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