Christopher Kane name new CEO Following Kering's recent acquisition of a majority stake in the British brand, Alexandre de Brettes will become the first chief executive officer of Christopher Kane. Christopher Kane's transition into fashion's big league is complete - the brand now has its own chief executive officer. Kering (formerly PPR), the luxury conglomerate that acquired a majority stake in the London Fashion Week brand in January, has announced that Alexandre de Brettes will take the reigns as CEO, effective September 1. The Frenchman will move from the company's Financial Communications and Market Intelligence sector to fulfil the new role. His appointment has been welcomed by the brand's eponymous founder and creative director, Scottish designer Christopher Kane, and his sister Tammy Kane, who is deputy creative director. IN PICTURES: Christopher Kane's Frankenstein-inspired S/S 13 collection We are delighted that Alexandre is joining our company. His experience at Kering is invaluable to us and his understanding and appreciation of our creative culture was what drew us to him," said the siblings. Alexandre's appointment puts the running of our business in very good hands and gives us a strong ally in the building of our company. Together, we will focus on organic global growth and protecting and nurturing the creative DNA of our business. In his new role, de Brettes hopes to: "bolster the growth of this extraordinary fashion house around the world, protecting its creative heart and capitalising on its unique identity."