Leadership

Mercedes Abramo is Regional Chief Executive Officer for North America. She is responsible for strategic development, brand elevation and revenue activities across the region. This includes the sustainable growth of all brands across retail, e-commerce, wholesale and local licensing, and leadership of the full regional team. Mercedes joined the Company in 2025.

Karen Brown is Senior Brand Creative Director, Women’s Polo, overseeing the design and image of the brand, and, in partnership with marketing and digital teams, all Women’s Polo creative assets and messaging to ensure the Ralph Lauren philosophy is translated into 360° campaigns and experiences. Karen reports to Ralph Lauren and joined the Company in 2006.

Stefon Burns is Chief of Staff to Patrice Louvet and Head of Global Strategy and Business Development. In his remit for both CEO Chief of Staff and Head of Global Strategy and Business Development, Stefon’s primary objective is to ensure we continue to collectively progress on our Next Great Chapter: Accelerate plan. Stefon joined the Company in 2022.

Shin Hwee Chua is Regional Chief Executive Officer for Asia Pacific (APAC). She is responsible for strategic development, brand elevation and revenue activities across the APAC region. This includes the sustainable growth of all brands across retail, e-commerce, wholesale and local licensing, and leadership of the full regional team. Shin joined the Company in 2017.

Karen Eliot is Senior Architecture and Design Creative Director. She brings the Company’s cinematic vision to life and is responsible for leading the creative direction for Ralph Lauren’s store design; decorative, apparel and Home showrooms; and special events. Karen joined the Company in 1988.

Iris is Global Chief Marketing Officer. She oversees the Company’s marketing, media and virtual economies strategies in addition to market research and advanced analytics CRM. Iris is responsible for elevating the brand equity and appeal as well as driving customer engagement and growth. Iris joined the Company in 2009.

David Lauren is Chief Branding and Innovation Officer. He is responsible for overseeing the Company’s capabilities to drive brand strength and financial performance across all channels. David leads the Company’s Innovation, Global Marketing, PR, Advertising, Digital Content, Digital Design and Brand Communications teams. He also acts as a spokesperson and brand ambassador for the Company. He became a member of the Board of Directors in August 2013 and was named Vice Chairman of the Board in 2016. He is also the President of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation. David joined the Company in 2000.

Roseann Lynch is Chief People Officer and Head of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation. She is responsible for global people and development, which comprises global talent management and acquisition, learning and development, diversity, equity and inclusion, organizational effectiveness, employee benefits and compensation, people practices, and health and safety. She is also the head of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation. Roseann joined the Company in 2004.

Justin Picicci is Chief Financial Officer, driving financial strategy to deliver sustainable profitable growth and value creation. Justin joined the Company in 2006.

Bob Ranftl is Chief Operating Officer, leading Global IT, Digital, Transformation, Logistics, Real Estate, Architecture and Store Design and Licensing for the Company. Bob joined the Company in 2015.

Deirdre Tejada is Head of Global Belonging, Equity, & Philanthropy, and Head of People for EMEA. She plays a critical role in driving the culture, purpose and values of the Company, as well as leading the People strategy for the EMEA Region. Deirdre joined the Company in 2014.