Coach and CEO and Brand President Todd Kahn hosted an intimate evening at its Hudson Yards headquarters to celebrate the release of BAG MAN: The Story Behind the Improbable Rise of Coach, the highly anticipated memoir by Chairman Emeritus and former CEO Lew Frankfort detailing his decades-long career leading Coach from a small family-run business to a globally recognized fashion house. 

The event brought together industry leaders, media, and longtime friends of the brand for an inspiring conversation and a toast to Frankfort’s latest chapter. Guests gathered in the Lew Frankfort Atrium for a special reception with Frankfort, who reflected on the pivotal moments, challenges, and triumphs that shaped the iconic American brand. The event also featured remarks from Todd Kahn and Creative Director Stuart Vevers, who offered collaboration and ideas throughout the creation of the book.

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