Ramy Brook Appoints Ashley Bryan as First President
The fashion brand taps former executive Ashley Bryan to lead its long-term strategic growth and development.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in People
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Ramy Brook has appointed Ashley Bryan as the company's first president. Bryan will collaborate with founder Ramy Brook Sharp to guide the brand's strategic direction.
Why it matters
The appointment is intended to support the brand's continued expansion and long-term strategic goals. Bryan brings three decades of industry experience to the leadership team.
Ramy Brook currently sells its products in more than 250 boutiques and operates a flagship store on Madison Avenue. The company was founded in 2010.
The players
Ashley Bryan
She is the newly appointed first president of Ramy Brook who previously served as chief marketing officer at L'Agence and Moda Operandi.
Ramy Brook Sharp
She is the founder of the fashion brand Ramy Brook, which she established in 2010.
The details
Ashley Bryan previously served as chief marketing officer at both L'Agence and Moda Operandi. In her new role, she will work directly with founder Ramy Brook Sharp and the broader leadership team.
Timeline
2010: Ramy Brook was founded by Ramy Brook Sharp.
October 30, 2026: Ashley Bryan is officially named the first president of Ramy Brook.
Market Landscape
The appointment of a president at Ramy Brook reflects a broader trend in the luxury fashion industry of centralizing leadership to manage growth across global retail networks. This move positions the company to better compete in a market where scale and strategic oversight are increasingly vital to sustaining a retail presence in more than 250 boutiques.
Customers can expect the brand to continue its expansion and potentially refine its product availability as new strategic goals are implemented. The move does not immediately change current retail pricing or existing customer service policies at the Madison Avenue flagship store.
The takeaway
The appointment of a first-ever president marks a significant shift toward professionalized management for the 16-year-old brand. Readers may see more formalized expansion efforts as the company leverages its new leadership to scale its retail footprint.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WWD.
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