- HUGO BOSS Supervisory Board elected Michael Murray as Chairman
- This step follows the latest changes in HUGO BOSS’ shareholder structure
- Michael Murray succeeds Stephan Sturm, who recently announced his resignation
- Robert Palmer to join the Supervisory Board – subject to appointment by local court
Michael Murray takes over as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of HUGO BOSS. The Supervisory Board has elected him as new Chairman in yesterday’s regular meeting. He succeeds Stephan Sturm, who recently announced his resignation as member of the Supervisory Board.
“HUGO BOSS is exceptionally well positioned, with two strong brands, a unique global footprint and significant untapped potential,” says Michael Murray, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of HUGO BOSS. “Together with my colleagues on the Supervisory Board and the Managing Board, I look forward to building on the Company’s strong foundation and supporting the execution of its strategic priorities. By ensuring continuity and maintaining a clear long-term perspective, we will focus on unlocking the full potential of HUGO BOSS and creating sustainable value for all shareholders and stakeholders.”
Michael Murray was elected to the Supervisory Board of HUGO BOSS at the Annual General Meeting on May 15, 2025.
“I am pleased that with Michael Murray we have found an excellent successor for this position,” says Sinan Piskin, Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board of HUGO BOSS. “His election signals clarity in the leadership of the Supervisory Board at an important stage for the Company and ensures continuity in our strategic course moving forward, in the interest of all our stakeholders. We wish Michael Murray all the best in his new role and look forward to continuing our close and constructive collaboration.”
“Michael Murray has consistently supported the strategic direction we have with CLAIM 5 TOUCHDOWN and, together with Frasers Group, shares our view regarding the significant untapped potential of HUGO BOSS,” says Daniel Grieder, CEO of HUGO BOSS.
“As the Managing Board, we look forward to further pursuing our course with discipline, focus, and clear commitment. We will work closely with Michael Murray and the Supervisory Board to realize our strategic and financial ambitions and create sustainable value.”
Following the departure of Stephan Sturm from the Supervisory Board, Robert Palmer is expected to join the Supervisory Board of HUGO BOSS, subject to appointment by the local court. Robert Palmer is a Chartered Accountant with more than four decades of experience in auditing and corporate advisory services. During his career, he held several leadership positions within the accounting profession and advised numerous public and private companies on corporate transactions. Since 2022, he has served as Director of Frasers Group Financial Services Limited.
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