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Geoffroy van Raemdonck

Chief Executive Officer

Neiman Marcus Group

New York, NY, USA


Geoffroy van Raemdonck
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Geoffroy’s Biography

Geoffroy van Raemdonck is the Chief Executive Officer of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), a prominent American luxury department store chain, where he facilitates insightful business decisions and inspires innovative thinking.

He is an expert at transforming retail businesses into competitive enterprises, having driven digital innovation at luxury brands across the globe. With a deep understanding of the industry and truly passionate about luxury fashion and its artistic worth, Geoffroy was specifically chosen to transform NMG’s business, establishing a leadership team dedicated to digital excellence. He successfully guided NMG through a debt-reduction and restructuring plan, implementing a business model that integrates brick-and-mortar stores with remote selling and e-commerce to ensure the company's growth and competitiveness.

Early in his tenure, Geoffroy oversaw management of German e-commerce platform MyTheresa, massively increasing profits and leading to the company's successful public offering. He has also nurtured an inclusive business culture and has effectively integrated...
Geoffroy van Raemdonck is the Chief Executive Officer of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG), a prominent American luxury department store chain, where he facilitates insightful business decisions and inspires innovative thinking.

He is an expert at transforming retail businesses into competitive enterprises, having driven digital innovation at luxury brands across the globe. With a deep understanding of the industry and truly passionate about luxury fashion and its artistic worth, Geoffroy was specifically chosen to transform NMG’s business, establishing a leadership team dedicated to digital excellence. He successfully guided NMG through a debt-reduction and restructuring plan, implementing a business model that integrates brick-and-mortar stores with remote selling and e-commerce to ensure the company's growth and competitiveness.

Early in his tenure, Geoffroy oversaw management of German e-commerce platform MyTheresa, massively increasing profits and leading to the company's successful public offering. He has also nurtured an inclusive business culture and has effectively integrated Environmental, Social and Governance standards into the company.

Prior to joining NMG in 2018, Geoffroy was Group President of Europe, Middle East & Africa at Ralph Lauren Corporation, and he held various leadership positions at Louis Vuitton. He was also CEO of St. John Knits, a prominent women's knitwear label. Earlier in his career, Geoffroy held senior positions at L Brands and Express. He started his career with the Boston Consulting Group, gaining expertise in business growth strategies.

A keen supporter of the arts, Geoffroy sits on the Boards of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the American Composers Orchestra, a leading ensemble that focuses on the celebration and improvement of American composers.

He holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Strategy from the University of Chicago, and a Master’s in Business and Science from Université catholique de Louvain.
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Geoffroy’s Newsfeed

WWD
Geoffroy van Raemdonck on Culture, Interaction and Retail’s Volatility

As a guest speaker at the WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit, Geoffroy van Raemdonck discussed how NMG builds strong relationships with its customers, designers, and brands and, among other topics, how consumer expectations have changed since the pandemic.

Forbes
America’s Best Employers For Women

Neiman Marcus was one of the honorees on the annual Forbes list that highlights leading companies that are advancing equality in the workforce.

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Geoffroy’s Background

Neiman Marcus Group
Chief Executive Officer
Feb 2018 - Present
New York, NY, USA
Founded in 1907, the Neiman Marcus Group, formerly Neiman-Marcus, is an American chain of luxury department stores stocking luxurious and distinctive items from across the globe.
 
Ralph Lauren Corporation
Group President of Europe, Middle East & Africa
Nov 2014 - Nov 2017
Geneva, CH
Established by fashion designer Ralph Lauren in 1967, Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leading American fashion house manufacturing mid-range to high-end items.
 
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Geoffroy’s Gallery

Philanthropy

Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Board of Directors
Jan 2019 - Present
Dallas, TX, USA
Founded in 1900, The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is a prominent Texas-based American orchestra. Its main performing place is the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas' Arts District.
 
American Composers Orchestra
Board of Directors
Jan 2004 - Present
New York, NY, USA
Established in 1977, The American Composers Orchestra is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development, celebration, performance, and advancement of orchestral music by American composers. The orchestra specializes in contemporary American music.
 

Media

Neiman Marcus Group Announces New "Corporate Hubs" Strategy with Goal to Revolutionize the Way the Company Works
Quoted
Jul 2022
New York, NY, USA
Neiman Marcus Group's strategy for a collection of 'corporate hubs' will support its integrated working philosophy, NMG|Way of Working (NMG|WOW). CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck sees this as a way to 'fast-track the revolutionary way our internal corporate teams are working and look[ing] for opportunities to innovate."
 
Neiman Marcus Group Shares Progress Toward 2023 Fur-Free Commitment
Quoted
Mar 2022
New York, NY, USA
Geoffroy van Raemdonck, CEO of Neiman Marcus Group, sees this ambitious initiative as an important step in "a more sustainable future for fashion."
 
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Interviews

A Conversation with WWD: Legacy Meets Future Impact With Neiman Marcus Awards
Mar 2023
Geoffroy van Raemdonck sits down to discuss the Neiman Marcus Awards and how the awards doubles down on Neiman Marcus' commitment to making life extraordinary for our customers.
 
Neiman Marcus CEO: Wealthy shoppers focusing on luxury brands
Jul 2022
New York, NY, USA
Geoffroy van Raemdonck joins Fox Business Network to share how Neiman Marcus is experiencing significant momentum, in large part due to customer loyalty and strong relationships with brand partners.
 
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Features

How Neiman Marcus CEO is riding the luxury pandemic boom to rebuild post-bankruptcy
Feb 2022
New York, NY, USA
Fortune discusses Neiman Marcus Group's increasing focus on premium products online and in store – the company is going back to basics in order to recreate itself in the midst of a massive spending surge.
 

Specialist Courses

Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU)
Master of Management (CEMS)
1995
WU is the largest university in Europe focusing on economics and business. In 2020, it was ranked #37 out of 13,000+ universities across the globe offering management and business degrees.
 

Press Releases

Neiman Marcus Group Partners with Women-Founded NFT Project 'Boss Beauties' to Unveil Neiman's Co-Founder Carrie Marcus Neiman NFT Among New "Role Models" Collection on International Women's Day
Mar 2022
Neiman Marcus Group has announced new initiatives in celebration and support of International Women's Day and Women's History Month including panel discussions and partnerships with Runway of Dreams and Boss Beauties.
 
NEIMAN MARCUS LAUNCHES SPRING 2022 CAMPAIGN: LOOKING FORWARD, FORWARD LOOKING
Feb 2022
Neiman Marcus has announced that its spring campaign, titled "Looking Forward, Forward Looking," will seek to inspire customers to embrace themes of accepting future opportunites and innovation with an optimistic outlook.
 
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Geoffroy’s Education

The University of Chicago
MBA | Entrepreneurship and Strategy
1997 - 1998
Université catholique de Louvain
MS | Business and Science
1992 - 1995
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