Dunhill´s New Boss

Alfred Dunhill  has appointed Fabrizio Cardinali as its new CEO. The businessman was formerly CEO at Lancel until his departure from the brand in October last year.

The Italian entrepreneur succeeds Eraldo Poletto, who quit the brand last month, and will take up his new role from June 1. Cardinali has also previously worked at Dolce & Gabbana and Diesel.

Compagnie Financière Richmont - the luxury Swiss group that owns Dunhill - paid tribute to Poletto and thanked him for "his contribution to the brand," reports WWD. His next move is not yet known. Lancel's chief operating officer, Gianni Serrazi, will act as CEO until a permanent replacement for Cardinali is named.