Institute Leadership

Colin Browne is a global executive with extensive experience in operations, supply chain, and brand transformation across the apparel, footwear, and luxury goods industries. He currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer of David Yurman, the American luxury jewelry house, where he leads the company’s operational and strategic growth initiatives.

Previously, Colin was Chief Operating Officer and Interim CEO at Under Armour, where he helped modernize the company’s supply chain and accelerate its digital transformation. He also served as CEO of Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition), leading the organization’s global sustainability agenda across the consumer goods industry.

Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at VF Corporation, Li & Fung, Pentland Brands, and Bally Shoes, with responsibilities spanning sourcing, manufacturing, and brand operations in Asia, Europe, and North America.