What changed
Ralph Lauren announced enterprise leadership changes effective November 29, 2026, following the retirement of Chief Operating Officer Bob Ranftl. Halide Alagöz becomes Chief Operating & Product Officer, adding AI strategy and architecture & design to her current sourcing, planning, and product duties. CFO Justin Picicci adds global real estate and logistics, while CMO Iris Langlois-Meurinne adds licensing. CEO Patrice Louvet said the changes support the Next Great Chapter: Drive strategy.
Why it matters
Ralph Lauren announced enterprise leadership changes effective November 29, 2026, following the retirement of Chief Operating Officer Bob Ranftl. Halide Alagöz becomes Chief Operating & Product Officer, adding AI strategy and architecture & design to her current sourcing, planning, and product duties. CFO Justin Picicci adds global real estate and logistics, while CMO Iris Langlois-Meurinne adds licensing. CEO Patrice Louvet said the changes support the Next Great Chapter: Drive strategy.