Louis Vuitton appoints Pietro Beccari as new CEO. Delphine Arnault takes over the leadership of Christian Dior

Big changes at the top of the Lvmh fashion and luxury group. Peter Beccari, at the helm of Christian Dior Couture since 2018, becomes president and CEO of Louis Vuitton. This was announced by Lvmh, highlighting that the Italian Beccari, 55, takes the place of Michael Burke, who will assume new responsibilities, reporting directly to Bernard Arnaultpresident and chief executive officer of the group.

His daughter Delphine Arnault, 47, executive vice president of Louis Vuitton since 2013, will instead take over from Beccari, becoming president and general manager of Christian Dior Couture. «The appointment of Delphine Arnault marks the continuity of a path of excellence in fashion and leather goods – was the father’s comment -. Under his leadership, the desirability of the products progressed significantly, allowing the brand to break all records. Her sharp eye and incomparable experience will make her decisive in continuing the development of Christian Dior ». The entrepreneur’s five children already work in the LVMH group.

Regarding Beccari, Arnault underlined the «exceptional work in the last five years. There is no doubt that it will lead Louis Vuitton to even greater success».

Charles DelapalmeExecutive Vice President of Christian Dior Couture and Head of Commercial Activities since 2018, is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Christian Dior Couture.

Stéphane Bianchipresident and chief executive officer of the watches and jewelery division, will also oversee the maison Tiffany and Repossi, which become part of the division of the Lvmh group.