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British Fashion Council leadership transition

Overview

David Pemsel announced he will step down as chair of the British Fashion Council (BFC) on September 30, following a decade on the executive board and four years as chair. During his tenure, the organization achieved record revenue of £14 million for the 2024-25 fiscal year and implemented the ‘BFC 2030: Access, Creativity, Growth’ strategy.

Pavita Cooper, described as a diversity advocate and business expert, has been named as Pemsel’s successor. She is scheduled to assume the role on October 1. Her leadership is expected to focus on the BFC’s goal of increasing gross annual revenue to £18 million by 2030 and utilizing fashion to drive UK economic growth. To support the transition, board member Caroline Issa has been appointed to the newly created position of deputy chair.

Entities

David Pemsel · Laura Weir · British Fashion Council · Pavita Cooper · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Pavita Cooper named chair of British Fashion Council

    Pavita Cooper will become the new chair of the British Fashion Council on October 1, succeeding David Pemsel to lead the organization's 2030 growth and economic influence strategy.

  2. 26 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    British Fashion Council chair David Pemsel to step down

    David Pemsel will step down as chair of the British Fashion Council on September 30 after four years in the role and a decade on the board.

Sources

drapersonline.com · monacoinsider.com · pulse2.com · retailgazette.co.uk · vogue.com · wwdjapan.com