Shani Darden's skin-care prowess earned her the reputation of "aesthetician to the stars," which led her to create 9-year-old Shani Darden Skincare, known for championing retinol. Now, the brand is in growth mode.

At the helm of Birkenstock, one of the oldest footwear brands in the world, is Oliver Reichert. His impact as CEO can be seen in the company's recent foray into luxury and its strategic brand collaborations.

Aside from creating Coach's must-have 'It' Tabby bag during the pandemic, Stuart Vevers' innovative interpretation of the brand's approach to expressive luxury has set the American fashion house up for the ultimate comeback.

After launching her namesake brand in 2013 and subsequently pivoting it to DTC, Sarah Flint has hit the gas in the last two years, opening stores, expanding to new categories and appointing a CEO.

In 2019, Ari Bloom launched incubator A-Frame Brands to secure funding for brands filling a need for underrepresented communities. Now, its portfolio includes Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade’s baby skin-care brand, Proudly, among others.

Since its inception, Fisher has grown her company into a lifestyle brand. She opened its first West Coast store in 2021, which she followed with a location in NYC's Soho neighborhood in June.

From a very young age, Tricia Smith knew she was passionate about retail and serving customers. Now, in her role as Anthropologie's Global CEO, she wants to recreate unforgettable retail experiences for a new age of customers.

Nate Checketts, CEO and co-founder of men's apparel and activewear brand Rhone, has mastered the art of building a premium brand at a comfortable pace. Rhone, Checketts' 8-year-old brand based in Connecticut, has gone through its fair share of growing pains. Checketts owes its ability to power through the tough...

Arianna Casadei, head of marketing at her family's namesake brand, Casadei, has her eyes set on the future of retail and technology. The 60-year-old, Milan-based luxury footwear business, which was started by her grandfather, has made a name for itself through its design and craftsmanship. And its "Blade" heel style...