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Geoffroy van Raemdonck

CEO

Saks Global

New York, NY, USA


Geoffroy van Raemdonck
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Geoffroy van Raemdonck’s Biography

Geoffroy van Raemdonck is the Chief Executive Officer of Saks Global. Van Raemdonck was appointed to this role in January 2026 to guide the company through a transformative period and into its next chapter. He oversees all of Saks Global’s businesses including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

Van Raemdonck is an accomplished luxury retail executive who brings deep relationships and decades of experience leading global consumer brands and retail organizations through complex transformations, restoring profitability and sustainable growth. Previously, he served as CEO of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) from 2018 until its acquisition by Saks Global in December 2024. As the visionary leader in NMG’s transformation, van Raemdonck enabled strategic and performance-driven business decisions – fostering innovative thinking and leading the company’s growth strategy. During his tenure, he led NMG through a chapter 11 restructuring and successfully transformed the organization into a growing and profitable business, driving momentum and fostering innovation to elevate the customer...
Geoffroy van Raemdonck is the Chief Executive Officer of Saks Global. Van Raemdonck was appointed to this role in January 2026 to guide the company through a transformative period and into its next chapter. He oversees all of Saks Global’s businesses including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

Van Raemdonck is an accomplished luxury retail executive who brings deep relationships and decades of experience leading global consumer brands and retail organizations through complex transformations, restoring profitability and sustainable growth. Previously, he served as CEO of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) from 2018 until its acquisition by Saks Global in December 2024. As the visionary leader in NMG’s transformation, van Raemdonck enabled strategic and performance-driven business decisions – fostering innovative thinking and leading the company’s growth strategy. During his tenure, he led NMG through a chapter 11 restructuring and successfully transformed the organization into a growing and profitable business, driving momentum and fostering innovation to elevate the customer experience.

Van Raemdonck has built a career driving performance improvements at several prominent luxury brands in Europe and the United States. Prior to NMG, van Raemdonck served in leadership roles at Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren and St. John Knits.

A native of Brussels, van Raemdonck graduated summa cum laude from the Université Catholique de Louvain in Belgium with a master’s in business and sciences. He later obtained an MBA from the University of Chicago in 1998.
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Geoffroy van Raemdonck’s Background

Saks Global
CEO
Jan 2026 - Present
Saks Global is an American holding company of luxury multi-brand department stores and commercial property.
 
Neiman Marcus Group
CEO
Feb 2018 - Dec 2024
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.
 
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Geoffroy van Raemdonck’s Gallery

Board Positions

Exclusive Resorts
Board Member
Apr 2025 - Present
Denver, CO, USA
Exclusive Resorts is a private vacation club (members only) for ultra-high-net-worth individuals offering sought-after destinations and privacy.
 
Moncler
Independent Director
Apr 2024 - Present
Milan, IT
The Moncler Group is a luxury fashion brand, originally started as a down jacket boutique, that designs, produces, and distributes clothing as well as accessories, with a focus on outerwear.
 

Advisory Roles

Verneek
Advisory Board Member & Strategic Investor
Dec 2025 - Present
New York, NY, USA
Verneek is a deep-tech enterprise AI company, re-imagining consumer retail operations.
 

Philanthropy

Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Executive Board
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

Geoffroy van Raemdonck Speaks at 2024 WWD ARCEO with James Fallon
Video Interview
Nov 2024
Geoffroy speaks to James Fallon at the 2024 WWD ARCEO.
 
Neiman Marcus CEO's Daily Routine: Dark Chocolate and Luxury Wine
Video
Jul 2024
Geoffroy shares his daily routine with Fortune Magazine.
 
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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

Neiman Marcus’s CEO starts his day with a cup of tea and writes thank you notes every night. Here’s his daily routine
Nov 2023
New York, NY, USA
This Fortune feature gives a rundown of the daily routine of Neiman Marcus CEO, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, from his early morning tea to his late night thought sessions.
 
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.
 

Awards & Recognition

Lifetime Achievement Award for Visionary Retail Leadership
Honoree
Feb 2025
Geoffroy acknowledged receipt of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Visionary Retail Leadership bestowed on him at the 2025 RLC Global Forum in Riyadh.
 
The Parsons Table Award
Honoree
2023
New York, NY, USA
The Parsons Table Award is an annual award given at The New School's Parsons Benefit in New York City. The award recognizes people who have inspired students and made a significant impact on the design industry.
 

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.
 

Speaking Engagements

RLC Global Forum | Geoffroy van Raemdonck
Speaker
Feb 2025
Riyadh, SA
Geoffroy will be in conversation with industry leaders about "The Business of Luxury: Steering Organizations Toward Sustainable Growth."
 
ICR Conference
Jan 2024
Orlando, FL, USA
In a fireside chat hosted by Exec Edge, Geoffroy van Raemdonck discussed the company's growth strategy, the importance of providing quality and distinctive customer service, future trends for the luxury retail sector and more.
 

Press Releases

Saks Global Secures $1.75 Billion of Committed Capital and Announces Return of Industry Veterans to Advance Transformation of Iconic Luxury Portfolio
News Release
Jan 2026
Following the announcement of a significant financial transaction, Saks Global confirmed the appointment of Geoffroy van Raemdonck as Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect.
 
Neiman Marcus Group's Geoffroy van Raemdonck and Katie Anderson to Participate in Fireside Chat at ICR Conference
Jan 2024
New York, NY, USA
Neiman Marcus Group announced that Chief Executive Officer Geoffroy van Raemdonck and Chief Financial Officer Katie Anderson will participate in a fireside chat at the 2024 ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida. The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, at 3:30 p.m. ET.
 
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Geoffroy van Raemdonck’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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