Lela Rose names Felita Harris SVP, Global Commercial Development

By

Obi Anyanwu

Published
Nov 11, 2015

Lela Rose announced Tuesday the appointment of Felita Harris as Senior Vice President, Global Commercial Development effective December 1, 2015. Harris will be responsible for increasing the brand’s wholesale presence and for expanding the brand in both the US and internationally.

 
“We are thrilled Felita is joining our team, and I am confident she will bring us the expertise and knowledge to execute the strategic vision that management has for the Lela Rose brand. Felita is joining us at a pivotal moment in the brand’s development, and we look forward to seeing her achievements,” said Ellen Rodriguez, CEO of Lela Rose.
 
Harris heads to Lela Rose from Donna Karan where she led the global sales of the Donna Karan Collection for 12 years. She also served at Agnona-Ermenegildo Zegna and Piazza Sempione.

“Felita will play an integral role in leading and developing the wholesale business. We couldn’t be more pleased for her to join the Lela Rose family,” said Lela Rose, founder and designer.
 
Harris will report to Lela Rose CEO, Ellen Rodriguez.