Prada, the renowned Italian luxury fashion brand, has recently welcomed Malika Savell onboard as their chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer for their North American division. Having previously worked at LVMH, Savell will now be reporting to Marcelo Noschese, the CEO of Prada USA. Her role goes beyond North America, as she will be overseeing diversity and inclusion efforts for the entire Prada group.
In her new position, Savell’s main objective is to develop policies, strategies, and initiatives that promote diversity and ensure that the organization represents a wide range of cultures and viewpoints at all levels. Emphasizing the creation of an inclusive workplace environment, she aims to nurture the talents of Prada’s employees. Collaboration with internal committees and departments will be crucial in addressing diversity and inclusion challenges, alongside working closely with the creative teams to stay abreast of global dialogues on race, culture, and politics.
Savell’s professional journey kicked off in marketing, where she garnered accolades for her contributions in experiential marketing roles at notable companies such as Sony, NBC, and Remy Cointreau. After joining LVMH in 2011, she ascended to various executive roles, eventually serving as the director of cultural diversity – partnerships & engagement in 2019. Lorenzo Bertelli, Prada’s group head of corporate social responsibility, commended Savell’s leadership competencies and expressed optimism in her potential to drive significant change at Prada.
Excitement radiates from Savell as she steps into her new role at Prada, joining a robust leadership team that prioritizes employee well-being and aims to elevate the company’s culture and global impact. She views this as an opportunity to ensure that the Prada Group mirrors the diverse society we inhabit. Backed by her background and expertise, Savell is well-positioned to instigate positive transformations within the organization and contribute to Prada’s enduring prosperity in the fashion industry.
To learn more about Prada’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, visit their official website here. For further insights into the importance of diversity in the fashion industry, check out this informative article here.
