Pangaia has appointed Daniel Gómez, Inditex’s former director of e-commerce and omnichannel for Russia, as its new CEO. The hiring follows Aurora Vision Group’s acquisition of a controlling stake in the London-based sustainable lifestyle brand this past January.
Gómez replaces Nathalie Longuet, who co-founded the company, known for its track suits and loungewear, and took over as CEO in November 2023.
Gómez’s appointment “marks the beginning of a new chapter” under Aurora Vision Group, part of Abu Dhabi-based investment holding company Royal Group.
Gómez was Inditex’s e-commerce and omnichannel director for Russia from 2011 to 2018. He was director of digital for fashion, accessories and joint ventures at Chalhoub Group, a Dubai-based group specializing in the distribution, retail, and marketing of luxury brands in the Middle East, from 2018 to 2021. In recent years, he has overseen digital for groups such as AlMalki Group, TXT and Stealth Company, all based in the Middle East.
Gómez stated, “I am deeply honored to join Pangaia as chief executive officer. I was inspired by Pangaia’s bold vision to demonstrate that fashion can move beyond consumption, becoming a platform for innovation, responsibility, and cultural impact.
“Together with our talented and passionate team, I look forward to building a strong and responsible future, advancing the conversation on sustainability while creating a brand that stands out not only for its products, but also for the values it represents.”
Melissa Moncada, founder and CEO of Aurora Vision Group, added: “Aurora’s vision is to empower transformative brands that shape a better future through innovation and sustainability. As the new controlling stakeholder and leader of Pangaia, we are proud to support Daniel’s appointment as CEO.
“We are confident that under his leadership, Pangaia will continue to inspire the industry by setting new standards in responsibility, creativity, and impact, values that are deeply aligned with Aurora’s mission.”
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