Former Harrods head of marketing Gerard Duran has joined Christian Dior Couture as client marketing director for Europe.
Duran spent almost four years at Harrods, where he oversaw brand strategy, retail and trade marketing, image and communications, media strategy and several other key functions.
His earlier career included brand and marketing roles at Bacardi, as well as agency positions at Ogilvy and McCann.
Announcing the move on LinkedIn, Duran said: “After 12 unforgettable years in London, and nearly four years at Harrods, I recently closed a chapter that shaped me both personally and professionally.
“Today, I’m thrilled to share that I have relocated to Paris to join Christian Dior Couture as client marketing director for Europe.
“I am truly honoured and excited to join the House of Dreams at such an inspiring moment for the Maison, and I look forward to contributing to this incredible journey.”
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