Following St. John Knits chief executive Andy Lew’s appointment as executive president of parent company Lanvin Group in January, the brand added to its leadership team.

Mandy West, currently senior vice president of retail, wholesale and buying has been named chief commercial officer. Lauren Parrish — founder of LA-based clothing brand Brochu Walker, and former president of Rachel Zoe — will join as chief merchandising officer.

West and Parrish will work alongside chief financial officer Andrew Wong, who will also take on the role of chief operating officer.

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The Fashion Trust US Announces First Finalists for Awards

The non-profit, launched in November 2022 with the aim of discovering and funding young design talent, has named finalists for its inaugural awards in the ready-to-wear, jewellery, graduate, sustainability and inclusivity categories. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in Los Angeles on Mar. 21.