Nike adds LVMH exec to board, Lycra names new CEO, Target hires Hilton marketing chief

Nike appointed Alexandre Arnault to its board, Lycra installed Hua Du as chief executive officer, and Target named Mark Weinstein chief marketing and guest experience officer Weinstein will oversee Target’s customer experience, marketing, culture and community engagement, as well as its retail media network Roundel and online marketplace Target+

Arnault, who works for LVMH’s luxury division, brings experience from the conglomerate’s portfolio of brands such as Louis Vuitton and Dior. Du previously led the global spandex business at Invista and will now steer Lycra’s product development and commercial strategy. Target’s move brings Weinstein back to the retailer after his tenure as global chief marketing officer at Hilton, where he managed 28 brands and the Hilton Honors loyalty program. Before joining Lycra, Du held senior positions at Invista, overseeing global fiber innovation and sustainability initiatives. In his expanded role, Weinstein will also direct Target’s advertising campaigns and manage relationships with external brand partners.

“As we continue writing the next chapter at Target, deepening how we know and engage our guests will be critical to our success,” Fiddelke said,” Target CEO Michael Fiddelke said.

The latest HR moves made by leading textile and apparel companies. Alexandre Arnault joins Nike’s board, Hua Du takes the helm at Lycra and Target recruits Hilton’s marketing chief in a packed week of executive moves.

What we know

• Alexandre Arnault joins Nike’s board

• Hua Du takes the helm at Lycra

• Target recruits Hilton’s marketing chief