New MD for Tumi Asia

Feb 20, 2015Updated Jun 4, 20251 min read

Fernando Ciccarelli has been named the new senior VP and MD of Tumi Asia.

Ciccarelli joins the luxury travel luggage retailer after a decade and a half with Coach, Inc.

“I have always admired Tumi’s focus on constant innovation, intelligent design and unparalleled performance,” he said in a statement.

“The opportunity for Tumi in Asia is limitless and I am excited to be leading the next stage of growth for the brand in the region.”

In his new role, he will be responsible for growing the brand in the region, specifically overseeing operations and overall business management in Asia Pacific.

Based in Hong Kong, Ciccarelli will report directly to Jerome Griffith, global CEO and president of Tumi.

“We are delighted to welcome Fernando on board at this exciting time for Tumi in Asia. He is a proven leader who brings with him years of direct retail experience in this region”, said Griffith.

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