US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
Workplace & Talent
Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.
Amazon Appoints First Black Executive to Ruling Council
This marks the second executive shuffle in the last year to elevate women at the company, following criticism of its largely white, male upper ranks.
Amazon Appoints First Black Executive to Ruling Council
This marks the second executive shuffle in the last year to elevate women at the company, following criticism of its largely white, male upper ranks.
Amazon Names Company Veteran CEO of Consumer Division
Logistics boss Dave Clark will replace Jeff Wilke, who, prior to announcing his surprise retirement, was widely considered a potential successor to founder Jeff Bezos.
Amazon Names Company Veteran CEO of Consumer Division
Logistics boss Dave Clark will replace Jeff Wilke, who, prior to announcing his surprise retirement, was widely considered a potential successor to founder Jeff Bezos.
Power Moves | Macy’s, Vanity Fair Name New Fashion Directors
This week, Macy’s veteran Jennifer Johnson is promoted to director of ready-to-wear, while Vanity Fair appoints Nicole Chapoteau to fashion director.
Power Moves | Macy’s, Vanity Fair Name New Fashion Directors
This week, Macy’s veteran Jennifer Johnson is promoted to director of ready-to-wear, while Vanity Fair appoints Nicole Chapoteau to fashion director.
Power Moves | CFDA Names New President, PVH Corp Hires New Chief Human Resources Officer From Nike
This week, the Council of Fashion Designers of America promoted CaSandra Diggs to president of its organisation, while PVH Corp named Julie Fuller chief human resources officer.
Power Moves | CFDA Names New President, PVH Corp Hires New Chief Human Resources Officer From Nike
This week, the Council of Fashion Designers of America promoted CaSandra Diggs to president of its organisation, while PVH Corp named Julie Fuller chief human resources officer.
How to Run Your Freelance Business
The fashion industry’s recovery will mean more work for self-employed workers. But even the most talented creatives can struggle to manage time and finances while delivering results on their own.
How to Run Your Freelance Business
The fashion industry’s recovery will mean more work for self-employed workers. But even the most talented creatives can struggle to manage time and finances while delivering results on their own.
The Future of the Modelling Industry
The global modelling industry is finally creaking back into motion after months of lockdowns. But with agencies facing slashed advertising budgets, cancelled fashion shows and digital disruption, can the sector adapt to its new reality fast enough?
The Future of the Modelling Industry
The global modelling industry is finally creaking back into motion after months of lockdowns. But with agencies facing slashed advertising budgets, cancelled fashion shows and digital disruption, can the sector adapt to its new reality fast enough?
The Future of Fashion’s Most Coveted Careers
Intense financial and social pressures are fundamentally changing the business of fashion. What does this mean for the next generation of tastemakers and creatives?
The Future of Fashion’s Most Coveted Careers
Intense financial and social pressures are fundamentally changing the business of fashion. What does this mean for the next generation of tastemakers and creatives?
The BoF Podcast: Tackling Systemic Racism in the Fashion Industry
Harlem Fashion Row's Brandice Daniel, Black in Fashion Council Co-Founder Sandrine Charles and creative consultant Henrietta Gallina on actionable anti-racism steps brands must take to move the industry forward.
The BoF Podcast: Tackling Systemic Racism in the Fashion Industry
Harlem Fashion Row's Brandice Daniel, Black in Fashion Council Co-Founder Sandrine Charles and creative consultant Henrietta Gallina on actionable anti-racism steps brands must take to move the industry forward.
Power Moves | Condé Nast Entertainment Hires President From Walt Disney Company, Gucci Global Head of Diversity Departs
This week, Condé Nast announced Agnes Chu will lead its entertainment division, while Renée Tirado left Gucci to launch her own consulting firm in New York.
Power Moves | Condé Nast Entertainment Hires President From Walt Disney Company, Gucci Global Head of Diversity Departs
This week, Condé Nast announced Agnes Chu will lead its entertainment division, while Renée Tirado left Gucci to launch her own consulting firm in New York.
Op-Ed | A Black Fashion Executive Endures Subtle Racism for a Seat at the Table
Kevin Fegans recalls how he was forced to ignore microaggressions and compartmentalise his feelings on race relations in order to pursue his career aspirations.
Op-Ed | A Black Fashion Executive Endures Subtle Racism for a Seat at the Table
Kevin Fegans recalls how he was forced to ignore microaggressions and compartmentalise his feelings on race relations in order to pursue his career aspirations.
Adidas Extends CEO Kasper Rorsted's Contract by Five Years
Rorsted, who has led the German sportswear retailer since 2016, will remain in the role until July 31, 2026.
Adidas Extends CEO Kasper Rorsted's Contract by Five Years
Rorsted, who has led the German sportswear retailer since 2016, will remain in the role until July 31, 2026.
Power Moves | Nike Names New Diversity Chief
This week, Felicia Mayo, former head of diversity at Tesla, replaced Kellie Leonard in a similar role at the American sportswear giant.
Power Moves | Nike Names New Diversity Chief
This week, Felicia Mayo, former head of diversity at Tesla, replaced Kellie Leonard in a similar role at the American sportswear giant.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Nike Faces Federal Probe Over Alleged Discrimination Against White Employees
The EEOC is investigating the brand over claims of systemic racism against white employees, including through DEI programmes.
Report: Amazon Plans Thousands More Corporate Job Cuts Next Week
The Seattle online retailer tied its initial round of job cuts in October to the rise of artificial intelligence software.
Nike Cuts Corporate Staffers Amid Realignment
Layoffs will impact less than 1 percent of the company’s corporate team and are part of a restructuring led by chief executive Elliot Hill.
Michael Burke Tapped to Lead LVMH Americas
The LVMH veteran has been named chairman and chief executive of LVMH Americas as the company navigates a 'complex and evolving geopolitical period.'
Women’s Conference Trybe Cancels, Citing Trump DEI Pushback
The event was slated for May 2025 in Las Vegas and had confirmed speakers from Sephora, H&M and TikTok.
Amazon Is Halting Some of Its Diversity and Inclusion Programmes
In a memo to employees, Candi Castleberry, a senior human resources executive, said last month that Amazon was ‘winding down outdated programmes and materials.’
Fearless Fund to End Grant Programme for Black Women Founders, Settles Lawsuit
The investment firm focused on women of colour agreed to end one of its grant programmes, bringing to a close year-long litigation with the American Alliance for Equal Rights. The fund will continue to operate other similar initiatives.