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Hildy Kuryk Named Interim CEO of CFDA Amid Industry Shake‑Up
The fashion industry’s top association has a new interim leader as the previous CEO exits amid controversy.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Hildy Kuryk, who served as Vogue’s executive director of communications from 2013 to 2017, was announced as the interim chief executive officer of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) on 28 September 2026. The appointment follows the resignation of Steven Kolb, who had been with the CFDA for two decades and stepped down after physically restraining PETA protesters at a New York Fashion Week show for the brand Cos.
Industry insiders say the move is seen as an extension of Anna Wintour’s influence, with Kuryk described as a long‑time Wintour acolyte. Some fashion voices have expressed frustration, calling the decision another example of Wintour’s dominance in the sector. The CFDA, which coordinates the Fashion Week calendar and awards grants to emerging designers, is reportedly seeking a long‑term replacement over the next three to six months.
Key facts
- Hildy Kuryk appointed interim CEO of CFDA (nypost.com)
- Steven Kolb resigned after restraining PETA protesters at a Cos show (nypost.com)
- Kuryk previously worked as Vogue’s executive director of communications (2013‑2017) (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Exclusive | Fashion insiders come unpinned as top industry gig goes to fraying Anna Wintour’s longtime accolyte”
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