Depop appoints Peter Semple as chief executive
Depop has appointed Peter Semple as chief executive following his successful tenure as interim CEO.
Semple joined the second-hand fashion marketplace in 2019 as chief marketing officer and has also served as chief brand officer with the company. Prior to that, he worked in senior roles at Google, Anomaly and VCCP.
Subscribe to TRBHaving been a key member of Depop’s executive team, he has been credited with shaping the strategic vision of the business and leading the global creative efforts that have driven its growth.
With headquarters in London and offices in New York and Manchester, Depop became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Etsy in 2021.
Josh Silverman, chief executive of Etsy, said: “During Peter’s time as interim chief executive officer, he demonstrated not only a proven ability to lead and inspire teams, but showed his dedication to the Depop mission and its community.
“He brings a strong understanding of Depop’s position in culture and resale and we couldn’t be more confident in his vision for the future.”
Semple added: “After six years at Depop, I’m excited to permanently step into the chief executive officer role and lead the business through this next phase of growth.
“My journey here, from building our brand as chief marketing officer to guiding the company as interim shief executive officer, has been a privilege. Together with our incredible team, I am committed to accelerating our mission to make fashion circular.”
