Latest news with #AndrewGinn
Fashion United
08-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
JCA London Fashion Academy names new CEO and principal
Andrew Ginn has been promoted to the position of chief executive officer and principal of JCA London Fashion Academy. Ginn had until now been serving in the sole position of principal since joining the institute in March 2025. In his expanded role, Ginn has been tasked with leading the Jimmy Choo Academy (JCA) at what is a 'pivotal time in its evolution', reflected in its second campus at Boston Manor House and the launch of its new JCA Retail Gallery, an e-commerce and retail platform for students and alumni. Prior to joining JCA, Ginn had served as associate pro vice chancellor at Coventry University and is credited with overseeing the launch and expansion of CU London. He has also held a number of senior roles across UK-based educational institutions, where he is said to have introduced business incubation hubs and aided in developing industry partnerships. It is exactly this experience that JCA hopes to leverage, with the organisation having continued to expand its offering since it was founded by footwear designer Jimmy Choo in 2021. In a statement, Ginn said on his appointment to the academy that he looked forward to contributing to its 'continued success as a unique provider, bridging the gap between industry and education for those wishing to be the next wave of fashion designers, makers, creators and entrepreneurs'.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Jimmy Choo's JCA Names Andrew Ginn CEO and Principal
LONDON — JCA, the fashion and design school founded by designer-turned-professor Jimmy Choo, appointed Andrew Ginn as its chief executive officer and principal on Wednesday with immediate effect. Ginn is a seasoned leader in the field of creative education. He began his career as a fine art photographer and later transitioned into teaching and managing programs across art, fashion and design. More from WWD Prior to joining JCA, Ginn served as associate pro vice chancellor at Coventry University, where he launched and expanded the university's site in Dagenham, London, to host more than 2,500 students. At the JCA, founded by the famed footwear designer in 2021, Ginn will lead a growing institution that blends fashion design with entrepreneurship across a range of programs. 'The unique selling point of JCA London Fashion Academy is to bridge the gap between industry and education through real-world experience, and our goal is to support students' transition from higher education into entrepreneurship or employment,' Ginn said. 'This approach resonated with me personally and professionally, and as the incoming CEO, I aim to work with students, staff and key stakeholders to meet these exciting challenges in the realization of our strategic plan,' he added. In his role as principal, he will lead the academy into its next phase, guiding its creative mission and expanding its industry partnerships. 'JCA London Fashion Academy represents a truly outstanding proposition and at this pivotal moment for the employability and skills for those in the creative sector, I'm incredibly proud and honored to serve the legacy and vision of Professor Jimmy Choo and his team of directors,' Ginn added. JCA has two campuses, one in Hanover Square in Central London and one at Boston Manor House in Brentford, West London. Last fall, it launched JCA Retail Gallery, an e-commerce and retail platform for students and alumni. Best of WWD Sign up for WWD's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Fashion Network
07-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Andrew Ginn takes the helm at JCA
The fast-expanding JCA | London Fashion Academy has named Andrew Ginn as its new CEO and principal. He's said to be 'a seasoned leader in creative education and institutional transformation' and JCA said he's been promoted to CEO having recently served as its principal 'at a pivotal time in its evolution as a world-class fashion academy'. Before joining JCA he was associate pro vice-chancellor at Coventry University, where he launched and expanded CU London. Under his leadership, the institution grew to over 2,500 students, 'achieved sector-leading NSS outcomes, shared TEF Gold status, and led the formation of an Institute of Technology". He began his career as a fine art photographer before moving into teaching and managing programmes across art, fashion, and design. He's held 'senior roles across the UK, including leading curriculum and quality initiatives, launching business incubation hubs, and developing award-winning partnerships with universities, accrediting bodies, and industry leaders such as Adobe, Apple, and Creative and Cultural Skills. JCA is an unusual higher education institution with its original campus in the heart of London's Mayfair. It also has a second campus at Boston Manor House and its new JCA Retail Gallery, an e-commerce and retail platform for students and alumni. Founder by Professor Jimmy Choo in 2021, its focus on 'nurturing the next generation of designer-entrepreneurs'. Ginn's job is now to 'lead a growing institution that blends fashion design with entrepreneurship across a range of programmes — from the Foundation Diploma and BA (Hons) degrees, to the MA in Fashion Entrepreneurship in Design & Brand Innovation'.
Fashion Network
07-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Andrew Ginn takes the helm at JCA
The fast-expanding JCA | London Fashion Academy has named Andrew Ginn as its new CEO and principal. He's said to be 'a seasoned leader in creative education and institutional transformation' and JCA said he's been promoted to CEO having recently served as its principal 'at a pivotal time in its evolution as a world-class fashion academy'. Before joining JCA he was associate pro vice-chancellor at Coventry University, where he launched and expanded CU London. Under his leadership, the institution grew to over 2,500 students, 'achieved sector-leading NSS outcomes, shared TEF Gold status, and led the formation of an Institute of Technology". He began his career as a fine art photographer before moving into teaching and managing programmes across art, fashion, and design. He's held 'senior roles across the UK, including leading curriculum and quality initiatives, launching business incubation hubs, and developing award-winning partnerships with universities, accrediting bodies, and industry leaders such as Adobe, Apple, and Creative and Cultural Skills. JCA is an unusual higher education institution with its original campus in the heart of London's Mayfair. It also has a second campus at Boston Manor House and its new JCA Retail Gallery, an e-commerce and retail platform for students and alumni. Founder by Professor Jimmy Choo in 2021, its focus on 'nurturing the next generation of designer-entrepreneurs'. Ginn's job is now to 'lead a growing institution that blends fashion design with entrepreneurship across a range of programmes — from the Foundation Diploma and BA (Hons) degrees, to the MA in Fashion Entrepreneurship in Design & Brand Innovation'.
Fashion Network
07-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Andrew Ginn takes the helm at JCA
The fast-expanding JCA | London Fashion Academy has named Andrew Ginn as its new CEO and principal. He's said to be 'a seasoned leader in creative education and institutional transformation' and JCA said he's been promoted to CEO having recently served as its principal 'at a pivotal time in its evolution as a world-class fashion academy'. Before joining JCA he was associate pro vice-chancellor at Coventry University, where he launched and expanded CU London. Under his leadership, the institution grew to over 2,500 students, 'achieved sector-leading NSS outcomes, shared TEF Gold status, and led the formation of an Institute of Technology". He began his career as a fine art photographer before moving into teaching and managing programmes across art, fashion, and design. He's held 'senior roles across the UK, including leading curriculum and quality initiatives, launching business incubation hubs, and developing award-winning partnerships with universities, accrediting bodies, and industry leaders such as Adobe, Apple, and Creative and Cultural Skills. JCA is an unusual higher education institution with its original campus in the heart of London's Mayfair. It also has a second campus at Boston Manor House and its new JCA Retail Gallery, an e-commerce and retail platform for students and alumni. Founder by Professor Jimmy Choo in 2021, its focus on 'nurturing the next generation of designer-entrepreneurs'. Ginn's job is now to 'lead a growing institution that blends fashion design with entrepreneurship across a range of programmes — from the Foundation Diploma and BA (Hons) degrees, to the MA in Fashion Entrepreneurship in Design & Brand Innovation'.
