EXECUTIVE MOVES: PEI APPOINTS MANNA PRESIDENT OF GLOBAL LICENSING

Perry Ellis International, Inc. (PEI), has named Kim Manna its president of Global Licensing.

“We are thrilled to welcome Kim Manna to the Perry Ellis International leadership team,” said Oscar Feldenkreis. “Kim’s proven track record of building and growing consumer brands, coupled with her extensive experience in licensing, makes her an invaluable asset to our company. PerryEllis has been a pioneer in apparel licensing since 1999, and as we continue to expand our global footprint, Kim will play a pivotal role in managing the Licensing Department and identifying and capitalizing on new licensing opportunities across our diverse portfolio of lifestyle brands.”

Manna joins PEI from Hard Rock International. Previously, she served as CEO of Panama Jack, where she successfully transformed the brand into a global lifestyle leader. Her expertise in developing strategic partnerships, expanding product categories, and driving revenue growth will be instrumental to PEI’s licensing business.

The company has a diverse portfolio of lifestyle brands, including its namesake Perry Ellis, Original Penguin by Munsingwear, Grand Slam, Ben Hogan, and Gotcha. It currently boasts over 145 active licenses in more than 55 countries, with a primary focus on Europe, South America, Asia, and the Middle East.