Agent Provocateur names new chief executive
Luxury lingerie brand Agent Provocateur has appointed Fabrizio Malverdi as its new chief executive.
Malverdi has joined the 3i backed company after 15 years of leading luxury retail businesses including brands at LVMH.
Most recently, he was managing director of Dior Homme, of Christian Dior Couture, and prior to that was chief executive of John Galliano and chief executive and president of Givenchy.
Malverdi began his career in Italy working with brands such as Vivienne Westwood, Martin Margiela and Calvin Klein Collection.
Chris Woodhouse, chairman of Agent Provocateur, said: “I am delighted to welcome Fabrizio to Agent Provocateur and he joins us at a very exciting time in the company’s development. Renowned for his focus on creative product, growth and value creation, Fabrizio is a hugely respected professional, having previously led some of the most recognised international brands in the sector.“
