UBD names Chris Janci as its VP of Fashion and Living for N.A.

Universal Brand Development has appointed Chris Janci as its Vice President of Fashion and Living for North America.

Janci will report to both Marc Low, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Global Lifestyle, and Emmanuel Doessant, Senior Vice President, Consumer Products, North America.

In his new role, Janci will be focusing on building UBD’s apparel, accessories, footwear and home and living business across all channels. In addition to this, he will look to expand partnerships in the branded space by connecting UBD’s characters and stories with additional brands. He brings nearly 20 years of experience to the new role.

He has held a career within a variety of merchandising and design positions with global brands like Gap, Levi’s and most recently, the North Face, where he was Vice President, Merchandising and Planning, the Americas.