Louis Vuitton Merchant to Lead Bergdorf Goodman

Louis Vuitton merchant to lead Bergdorf Goodman

It’s full circle for Lanessa Elrod, who had previous stints at all three Exemplar Luxury Group banners — Bergdorf, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus.

Bergdorf Goodman’s New President & A Stella McCartney Critic

News and notes on the LVMH to Bergdorf Goodman pipeline, an industry insider publicly calling out Stella McCartney, and the copyright suit against Veronica Beard.

EXCLUSIVE: Bergdorf Goodman Names Lanessa Elrod President

Bergdorf Goodman names Lanessa Elrod president, Tracy Margolies transitions to executive adviser of Bergdorf's parent, the Exemplar Luxury Group.

Exemplar Luxury Group Appoints Former Louis Vuitton Americas CEO Lanessa Elrod President of Bergdorf Goodman

Exemplar Luxury Group (ELG) has appointed Lanessa Elrod as President of Bergdorf Goodman, effective November 2, 2026, bringing back a former executive of the luxury department store who most recently served as President and CEO of Louis Vuitton Americas. Elrod will join Exemplar Luxury Group’s management team and oversee Bergdorf Goodman’s business strategy, customer experience and relationships with luxury brands. Her appointment comes as the N…

Bergdorf Goodman Has a New President

After a tumultuous year in which parent company Saks Global declared bankruptcy and the future of fashion's most revered luxury retailer felt exceedingly grim, the company is on the mend and making moves to ensure their continued viability in the years to come.