Former Tommy Hilfiger VP Appointed Dean of FAD

In alignment with FAD’s commitment to an industry-led learning ecosystem, FAD announces the appointment of Gaetana Angiolin as Dean of FAD International Academy.

Gaetana Angiolin is a global fashion and brand leader with more than two decades of experience shaping some of the world's most influential fashion and lifestyle brands. Originally from Milan, Italy, she held senior leadership positions serving as Vice President of Marketing & Communications for Tommy Hilfiger and previously leading regional marketing strategies for Calvin Klein. Her experience also spans internationally recognized brands including Diesel, Maison Margiela and Vivienne Westwood, where she played a key role in strengthening brand positioning, communications and cultural relevance.

In her role as Dean, she will lead the academic direction of FAD campuses, with a focus on curriculum evolution, industry integration, and strengthening the institution’s position as a platform for emerging creative practice.

Her appointment marks a renewed focus on shaping a contemporary academic framework that responds to the evolving landscape of fashion, culture, and creative industries in India and beyond.

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