Dune Jewelry & Co., an experiential jewelry company known for incorporating sand and earth elements from memorable and iconic locations worldwide, has appointed Kevin Farrington as its new CEO, effective immediately. Holly Daniels Christensen, who has served as the company’s founder and CEO for 14 years, will transition to the role of founder and chairwoman.
Farrington joins Dune from British luxury watch company Bremont, where he served as both vice president of global travel retail and vice president North America. Prior to his time at Bremont, he was the senior director of revenue and marketing for PPI Group. According to Dune, his understanding of luxury retail and wholesale in global markets will act as a catalyst for the company’s next stage of development and expansion.
“I am thrilled to announce the appointment of Kevin Farrington as the new CEO,” says Christensen. “Kevin’s experience as a senior executive in both luxury retail and the cruise industry will allow Dune Jewelry to expand into new markets and product categories. He brings a deep understanding of Dune Jewelry’s values and vision, and his commitment to driving innovation makes him the perfect candidate to lead us into the next chapter of our journey.”
As founder and chairwoman, Christensen says her involvement in the company will continue to further the company’s growth and development. The transition will allow her to focus on designing new collections, strengthening relationships with retail partners and the Dune community, expanding product development practices, and assuming a more front-facing role in events, speaking engagement and social media.
Founded in 2010 by Christensen, Dune Jewelry offers fine, personalized, customized jewelry and gifts using sand and earth elements. The wholesaler ships to over 600 retail partners worldwide and offers a lifetime warranty on every design. The wholesaler also donates a portion of every purchase to important coastal and global causes.
