What: Printemps Group strengthens its executive committee with the appointments of 2 seasoned executives, Laëtitia Henry as general manager of Printemps Haussmann and Mélanie Turpin as general manager of human resources.

Why it is important: These strategic appointments come at a crucial time in Printemps' transformation journey, building on recent executive team changes and supporting the company's international expansion plans, particularly its upcoming Wall Street flagship opening.

Printemps Group has announced two significant appointments to its executive committee, naming Laëtitia Henry as the new general manager of its flagship Printemps Haussmann store and Mélanie Turpin as general manager of human resources. Henry brings valuable experience from various luxury and retail brands, including Reebok, Cartier, and Chloé, with positions held across both U.S. and French markets. She succeeds Laurence Nicolas, who had led the historic department store since 2021. Turpin, who joined Printemps in 2021, brings two decades of retail experience from Auchan, where she progressed from the textiles department to senior positions. CEO Jean-Marc Bellaiche emphasises that these appointments align with the company's commitment to enriching both French and international customer experiences.

IADS Notes: These appointments build upon Printemps' recent strategic leadership evolution, following February 2025's strengthening of the executive team with key appointments including Maud Barrionuevo and Jean Gasnier. The timing is particularly significant as the company has demonstrated successful transformation results, positioning itself for further growth and international expansion.

Printemps Group taps new executives for key roles