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.
How to Break Into Fashion When You Don’t Already Have Money
Growing financial pressure and increasing competition is making it harder than ever for creatives to build a career in the industry. Here's how to better your chances.
How to Break Into Fashion When You Don’t Already Have Money
Growing financial pressure and increasing competition is making it harder than ever for creatives to build a career in the industry. Here's how to better your chances.
When Your Corporate Diversity Strategy Isn’t Enough
Activists, employees and a growing subset of the public are calling for more than standard-issue ‘D&I’ programs. What do companies need to do?
When Your Corporate Diversity Strategy Isn’t Enough
Activists, employees and a growing subset of the public are calling for more than standard-issue ‘D&I’ programs. What do companies need to do?
The BoF Podcast: June Sarpong Says Fashion’s Gatekeepers Need to Start Thinking Differently About Diversity
June Sarpong shares her advice on how organisations can improve their diversity and inclusive representation, and effectively champion allyship.
The BoF Podcast: June Sarpong Says Fashion’s Gatekeepers Need to Start Thinking Differently About Diversity
June Sarpong shares her advice on how organisations can improve their diversity and inclusive representation, and effectively champion allyship.
Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO
This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.
Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO
This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.
How to Navigate the Workplace as a Minority Voice
What can minority employees do to protect themselves at companies that have been slow to take action on diversity and inclusion? BoF spoke to experts about how best to handle some of the challenges.
How to Navigate the Workplace as a Minority Voice
What can minority employees do to protect themselves at companies that have been slow to take action on diversity and inclusion? BoF spoke to experts about how best to handle some of the challenges.
Black Professionals Petition CFDA Over ‘Hasty Attempts’ to Counter Racism
A group of 250 professionals submitted a four-part proposal, named after black designer Patrick Kelly, the first American to be admitted to the Chambre Syndicale du Prêt-à-Porter.
Black Professionals Petition CFDA Over ‘Hasty Attempts’ to Counter Racism
A group of 250 professionals submitted a four-part proposal, named after black designer Patrick Kelly, the first American to be admitted to the Chambre Syndicale du Prêt-à-Porter.
Richemont Human Resources Director Leaves Executive Committee
Sophie Guieysse will be stepping down from the committee but will reportedly stay on in her HR role, despite mounting employee anger over executive compensation.
Richemont Human Resources Director Leaves Executive Committee
Sophie Guieysse will be stepping down from the committee but will reportedly stay on in her HR role, despite mounting employee anger over executive compensation.
Power Moves | Hearst Names Samira Nasr Editor-In-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar, Munroe Bergdorf Joins L’Oréal in D&I Role
This week Harper’s Bazaar appointed its first black editor in the magazine’s 153-year history, while beauty giant L’Oréal announced the transgender model will consult on its diversity and inclusion advisory board.
Power Moves | Hearst Names Samira Nasr Editor-In-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar, Munroe Bergdorf Joins L’Oréal in D&I Role
This week Harper’s Bazaar appointed its first black editor in the magazine’s 153-year history, while beauty giant L’Oréal announced the transgender model will consult on its diversity and inclusion advisory board.
When Outraged Commenters Are Your Employees
Current & former employees of fashion companies are speaking out about the mismatch between their employers' public support for Black Lives Matter and the truth about their internal cultures.
When Outraged Commenters Are Your Employees
Current & former employees of fashion companies are speaking out about the mismatch between their employers' public support for Black Lives Matter and the truth about their internal cultures.
Richemont Signals HR Shakeup After Reports of Bonus Controversy
The Swiss luxury-goods maker’s employees are reportedly frustrated about increases in senior executive compensation when most directors got pay cuts.
Richemont Signals HR Shakeup After Reports of Bonus Controversy
The Swiss luxury-goods maker’s employees are reportedly frustrated about increases in senior executive compensation when most directors got pay cuts.
Estée Lauder Workers Demand Ronald Lauder Ouster Over Trump Support
More than 100 employees asked for the removal of the American businessman, concerned about his political donations and impact on race relations within the company.
Estée Lauder Workers Demand Ronald Lauder Ouster Over Trump Support
More than 100 employees asked for the removal of the American businessman, concerned about his political donations and impact on race relations within the company.
Amazon Employee Sues After a Family Member’s Covid-19 Death
The lawsuit called Amazon’s fulfilment centre a 'place of danger.'
Amazon Employee Sues After a Family Member’s Covid-19 Death
The lawsuit called Amazon’s fulfilment centre a 'place of danger.'
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.