CANADA GOOSE APPOINTS JUDIT BANKUS AS SVP OF MERCHANDISING
Canada Goose has announced Judit Bankus as Senior Vice President of Merchandising. Bankus will play a key role in shaping the brand’s product roadmap to support the company’s long-term growth.
Reporting to Carrie Baker, President, Brand & Commercial, Bankus will oversee global merchandising and pricing strategies, guiding the expansion of existing and emerging product categories. She will also collaborate closely with Creative Director, Haider Ackermann, to bring his creative vision to life, fueling continued commercial success.
“With a skillful balance of the art and science behind merchandising success, a strong entrepreneurial drive, and wealth of luxury experience, Judit is the perfect fit to lead this important function during this next phase of growth,” said Baker. “Judit’s appointment marks a significant part of strengthening our focus on ensuring our expanding offering continues to excite and engage people around the world.”
Bankus brings nearly 20 years of experience in international luxury fashion, most recently as Chief Merchandising Officer at Stella McCartney, where she oversaw all product categories. Prior to that, she spent eight years at Burberry as Global Merchandising Director under the leadership of Christopher Bailey and Riccardo Tisci. She also played a critical role in the founding of the Karl Lagerfeld brand.
“I have long admired Canada Goose and thrilled to join at such an exciting time of growth and momentum,” said Bankus. “With so much opportunity ahead, I look forward to working closely with our teams to deliver meaningful products for our consumers and push the brand forward in bold, new ways.”