Emma Watson has joined the board of Kering

The 30-year-old actress is one of the three new board members of the luxury giant which owns the brands, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga and Alexandra McQueen.

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She has also been appointed chair of the sustainability committee for the company. CEO and Chairman, Francios-Henri Pinault, says Emma’s experience is crucial to the future of the organisation and is proud to add such impressive talent to the team.

Compiled by Futhi Masilela

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