The LWG Executive Committee (EC) makes crucial decisions about the strategy and direction of the Leather Working Group, representing the interests of all stakeholders. The EC works to achieve our ultimate aim of a fully sustainable and responsible leather industry, build on information and transparency.
As the group's governing body, the Executive Committee is also responsible for the creation of dedicated subgroups, which advise them on specific topics.
Members of the LWG Executive Committee
Leather Manufacturers
JBS Couros
Cezar Gernhardt
Until September 2027
Industrias del Curtido
Silvino Navarro
Until September 2028
ECCO Leather B.V.
Thomas Gregor (Chair)
Until September 2025
Gruppo Mastrotto
Renata Sartori
Until April 2026
Brands & Retailers
Tapestry
David Wright
Until September 2028
VF Corporation
Jon Hopper
September 2025
Dr Martens
Tuze Mekik
Until April 2028
Hermes
Bertrand Jaud
Until April 2028
Remit
The LWG Executive Committee exists to guide the development of the group. The EC holds monthly conference calls and meets twice per year to discuss:
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Project strategies, progress and review of agreed milestones
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Review of Executive Committee structure, appointment and rotation
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Review of budgets and projected spend
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Annual review and sign off accounts
Eligibility
To join the LWG Executive Committee, a company must:
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Have been a member or held a valid certification for at least consecutive 3 years
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Have attended at least 3 of the previous 5 LWG Stakeholder Meetings (including virtual meetings)
EC Members are elected to a 48-month term (4 years) and are eligible to serve for a total of two consecutive terms.
After two terms, the EC Member is required to step down and cannot re-nominate for at least 12 months.