Tiffany & Co. has elevated Christopher Kilaniotis to the newly created global role of senior vice president, strategic business development. Kilaniotis is succeeded by Matthieu Garnier, who joins Tiffany & Co. as president and chief executive officer, North America.
In his new capacity, Kilaniotis will spearhead the development and execution of global strategies designed to accelerate Tiffany’s revenue growth and expand its market presence worldwide. Garnier, as president and CEO North America, will be responsible for driving strategic growth and strengthening brand equity across the U.S. and Canada.
Kilaniotis has served as president and CEO Americas since 2021. According to a statement from the brand, Kilaniotis has made significant contributions to the region, including advancing Tiffany’s high jewelry business and overseeing the reopening of its New York City flagship, The Landmark, in 2023. Prior to joining Tiffany & Co., he held senior leadership positions at Cartier and Louis Vuitton.
Matthieu Garnier, who joins Tiffany & Co. as president and CEO of North America.
Garnier brings extensive experience in the luxury sector, most recently serving as CEO of North America at Loro Piana which, like Tiffany, is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. He previously spent over 14 years at Cartier, where he held a variety of leadership positions of increasing responsibility, ultimately serving as senior vice president of retail.
Both will join Tiffany & Co.’s global executive committee in their new roles.