Lanvin Group names new St. John Knits CEO

The move signals focus on strengthening retail and commercial operations.

Lanvin Group has announced the appointment of Mandy West as chief executive officer of St. John Knits, effective 6 March 2026.

West, who joined the company in 2019, most recently served as chief commercial officer. During her tenure, she also held the role of senior vice president of retail, wholesale, and buying, where she led the brand’s retail store strategy and broader commercial operations.

Prior to joining St. John Knits, West held management positions at Intermix, Nike, and Tesla.

The company said the appointment represents an internal promotion as the company continues to strengthen its retail and commercial capabilities.