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I'm Leslie Dubois, a strategic leader specializing in global licensing and business development with over 20 years of experience across licensing, hospitality, luxury, fashion, shipping, and retail. I excel at turning creative concepts into scalable revenue, shaping licensing strategies, negotiating partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams through digital transformation, lean management, and complex supply chains. Based in Switzerland, I'm fluent in French, English, and Italian, with a track record of delivering growth through omni-channel expansion, process optimization, and bold, future-focused plans. I thrive in fast-changing environments and enjoy building strong relationships with licensees, partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable business results.…I'm Leslie Dubois, a strategic leader specializing in global licensing and business development with over 20 years of experience across licensing, hospitality, luxury, fashion, shipping, and retail. I excel at turning creative concepts into scalable revenue, shaping licensing strategies, negotiating partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams through digital transformation, lean management, and complex supply chains. Based in Switzerland, I'm fluent in French, English, and Italian, with a track record of delivering growth through omni-channel expansion, process optimization, and bold, future-focused plans. I thrive in fast-changing environments and enjoy building strong relationships with licensees, partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable business results.

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I'm Leslie Dubois, a strategic leader specializing in global licensing and business development with over 20 years of experience across licensing, hospitality, luxury, fashion, shipping, and retail. I excel at turning creative concepts into scalable revenue, shaping licensing strategies, negotiating partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams through digital transformation, lean management, and complex supply chains. Based in Switzerland, I'm fluent in French, English, and Italian, with a track record of delivering growth through omni-channel expansion, process optimization, and bold, future-focused plans. I thrive in fast-changing environments and enjoy building strong relationships with licensees, partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable business results.…I'm Leslie Dubois, a strategic leader specializing in global licensing and business development with over 20 years of experience across licensing, hospitality, luxury, fashion, shipping, and retail. I excel at turning creative concepts into scalable revenue, shaping licensing strategies, negotiating partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams through digital transformation, lean management, and complex supply chains. Based in Switzerland, I'm fluent in French, English, and Italian, with a track record of delivering growth through omni-channel expansion, process optimization, and bold, future-focused plans. I thrive in fast-changing environments and enjoy building strong relationships with licensees, partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable business results.

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I’m Leslie Dubois, a strategic leader specializing in global licensing and business development with over 20 years of experience across licensing, hospitality, luxury, fashion, shipping, and retail. I excel at turning creative concepts into scalable revenue, shaping licensing strategies, negotiating partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams through digital transformation, lean management, and complex supply chains.

Based in Switzerland, I’m fluent in French, English, and Italian, with a track record of delivering growth through omni-channel expansion, process optimization, and bold, future-focused plans. I thrive in fast-changing environments and enjoy building strong relationships with licensees, partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable business results.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

French

Fluent

English

Fluent

Italian

Fluent

German

Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Director Global Licensing at Auriel Investment SA

July 1, 2022 - Present

Leading the global Licensing Department to drive growth for Roberto Cavalli & Just Cavalli brands; define and implement strategic and operational licensing plans across accessories (fragrances, eyewear, watches, jewelry, amenities) and home lines; oversee hospitality and residential projects; manage partnerships, licensing agreements, annual plans, distribution, omnichannel presence, supply chain processes, creative development, marketing budget, financial reporting, and team leadership.

Senior Director Licensing & Business Development at CAPRI Holdings

March 1, 2014 - December 1, 2021

Led licensing and business development for CAPRI Holdings in EMEA, achieving targets and expanding categories; grew the watch business significantly, launched smartwatches, expanded digital licensing, and optimized processes; oversaw Retail, Wholesale, Travel Retail, Franchise, Online and Off-price channels; ensured compliance and drove product development and marketing strategy.

Regional Sales Manager EMEA – Jewelry Division at Guess? Europe SAGL

September 1, 2010 - December 1, 2013

Helped establish the Jewelry Division in Guess? Europe; increased market share to €60M; accelerated Travel Retail to €3M; managed relationships with retailers and aligned product and marketing with global teams.

International Sales Manager at SWATCHGROUP

January 1, 2008 - September 1, 2010

Set up and developed global distribution; implemented commercial and business development strategies with key partners; built relationships, supervised key accounts, and led global planning and pricing.

Area Sales Manager at CMA - CGM Shipping Group

September 1, 2002 - December 1, 2007

Built a network of 30 commercial agents across Europe, Russia, and the Baltic region; established budgets and annual targets; defined policies and conducted market analyses; developed customer loyalty and commercial processes.