Primary Job Title President Primary Organization Godiva
Location Portland, Oregon, United States Regions West Coast, Western US Gender Male
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Steve Lesnard is the newly appointed President of Godiva, where he is set to leverage his extensive global brand management and innovation expertise to steer Godiva's luxury confectionery offerings to new heights. At Godiva, his strategic focus will include enhancing the brand's prestige worldwide, expanding its premium offerings, and
accelerating the integration of digital and physical consumer experiences to solidify Godiva’s position as a leader in the global luxury chocolate market.
Previously, as the Global Chief Brand Officer at Sephora, Steve Lesnard was instrumental in amplifying the brand's global allure and advancing its omnichannel engagement, significantly boosting international growth. His tenure at The North Face, where he served as CMO and Global VP of Product Creation, saw him introduce groundbreaking innovations that propelled the brand to a commanding $5.3 billion in business, specifically within their running division.
Steve's illustrious career began in 1997 at a major athletic brand, where he initially managed Global Sports Marketing and Footwear Projects. Notably, he secured and supported the American and Canadian snowboard teams during the 1998 Winter Olympics, contributing to historical gold medal wins. He then advanced to become the EMEA Brand Director for Women & Cross, where he pioneered the brand's first women's only retail stores and collaborated with high-profile influencers to boost women's participation in sports.
Steve Lesnard resides in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and three children, bringing a blend of visionary leadership and proven marketing acumen to his new role at Godiva.
