Grauso appointed president of Celine North America

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LVMH Group today announced the appointment of Mario Grauso as president of Celine Inc, the US operation of Celine. Grauso reports to Jean-Marc Loubier world-wide president and ceo of Celine and to Fred Wilson president and ceo of LVMH Fashion Group. Founded in 1945 Celine has over 86 boutiques worldwide and a presence in most DFS Galleria locations.

Mario Grauso has 15 years of managment experience in the luxury goods sector, most recently as executive vice president at Vera Wang where he oversaw the licensing, bridalwear and ready-to-wear divisions. He succeeds Patrizio Di Marco who has left Celine to pursue other interests.