An announcement regarding succession plans will be made in due course.
Duncan Painter, chief executive officer of Emap, said: “Susanna has made an important contribution to Emap through her leadership of the marketing function and WGSN, which has undergone a digital transformation and grown its client base. She goes with our thanks and best wishes.”
Susanna Kempe said: “It has been my absolute privilege to lead WGSN through a period of significant growth with the launch of specialist new products, the prestigious Global Fashion Awards and expansion into new sectors and markets. I wish the team and Emap the greatest success.”
