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Michael Kors Names Hanjoon Kim President of Korea

Michael Kors, a global luxury lifestyle brand, is pleased to announce that Hanjoon (Michael) Kim has been named President of Korea, a newly created position. He will report to Stephane Lafay, the Company’s President of Asia.

Kim’s appointment, effective on 13 April 2015, follows the company’s recent assumption of direct control of the Michael Kors business in South Korea. In his new role, Kim will focus on building the infrastructure for this region and developing an expansion strategy for South Korea to position the business for long-term growth. "We believe that Korea represents a tremendous opportunity for Michael Kors," says John D. Idol,

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Michael Kors. "Michael’s appointment is an important step in building the brand’s success in the Korean market."

(Source: Jakarta Globe )