Okay, so I’ve been meaning to share this for a while now, and today’s the day. It’s about a guy named John Galantic. Heard of him? If not, don’t worry, I hadn’t either until recently.

I was digging around, trying to learn more about leadership changes in big companies, you know, the kind of stuff that usually makes your eyes glaze over. But then, bam! This name, John Galantic, kept popping up. Turns out, he just landed a pretty sweet gig.
The Big Move
So, picture this: Tod’s Group, right? They’re this major Italian company, all about luxury. Think fancy shoes, bags, the whole nine yards. Well, they just brought in John Galantic as their new CEO. Yep, you heard that right, Chief Executive Officer. That’s a big deal! He’s replacing the founder, Diego Della Valle, who’s staying on as the Chairman, but still, this is major news.
Tracing the Steps
Now, I got curious. Who is this John guy, and how did he get here? Started digging into his background, and let me tell you, it’s pretty impressive. He kicked things off with a BA from Tufts University, then went on to snag an MBA from Harvard Business School. Started his career at P&G in Italy, which I guess was a good place to learn the ropes.
Then, I found out he held some pretty important roles at Glaxo SK and Coty. These names might not ring a bell for everyone, but they are big players in their fields. But the real kicker? He was the Chief Operating Officer of Chanel Inc. Yes, that Chanel. He was there for a while, so he must have been doing something right!
From Chanel to Tod’s
After leaving Chanel, I guess he was looking for a new challenge. And what bigger challenge than taking the reins of a company like Tod’s? It’s like going from playing in a major band to conducting a whole orchestra.

Putting it All Together
So, I spent a good chunk of my day piecing together this guy’s career. Reading articles, company announcements, you name it. It’s like being a detective, but instead of solving a crime, you’re solving a career path. And let me tell you, John Galantic’s path is one for the books.
Why did I do all this? Well, it was a great chance to improve my research skills, and learn about a new topic. It’s fascinating to see how people climb the corporate ladder and what kind of experience it takes to lead a major luxury brand.
- Started with a simple search about leadership changes.
- Stumbled upon John Galantic’s name.
- Got intrigued by his new role as CEO of Tod’s Group.
- Dug into his background, education, and previous roles.
- Found out about his time at Chanel, which was a big highlight.
- Pieced together his career journey like a puzzle.
- Finally, understood how he landed the top job at Tod’s.
In the end, I felt like I’d really accomplished something. It wasn’t just about reading, but about connecting the dots and understanding a whole story. And who knows, maybe one day I’ll be writing about my own big career move!