Martino Pessina Takes the Helm as CEO of Takko Fashion

In a recent announcement, Takko Fashion has welcomed Martino Pessina as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 16, 2023. Bringing over 20 years of extensive experience in management roles within leading B2C brands in the fashion and jewelry sector, Pessina is poised to lead Takko Fashion into a new era.

Dirk Van den Berghe, Chairman of the Takko Fashion advisory board, expressed confidence in Pessina’s appointment, stating, “Martino Pessina brings an excellent understanding of the fashion value retail segment in Europe. We are convinced that he will further develop Takko’s increasingly successful quality discount business model in its different markets.”

Pessina’s impressive career includes a notable stint as the Chief Commercial Officer at Pandora, where he successfully spearheaded the omnichannel retail business, achieving sales exceeding three billion euros. His leadership at H&M, spanning nearly two decades, culminated in his role as President of North America, overseeing the brand’s largest region with sales surpassing four billion US dollars and a workforce of 20,000 employees.

Expressing his enthusiasm about joining Takko Fashion, Martino Pessina stated, “I am very excited to start my new journey with Takko Fashion. I look forward to working with my new colleagues and continue developing this successful brand.”

In conjunction with Pessina’s appointment as CEO, the executive management board of Takko Fashion comprises Thomas Füllhaas, Chief Operations Officer (COO), and Sebastian Weber, Chief Product Officer (CPO). This strategic leadership team aims to guide Takko Fashion through its next phase of growth and success in the dynamic fashion industry.