Sebastian Picardo is the President & CEO of Canada’s fashion and lifestyle retailer, Holt Renfrew.

With over 25 years of professional experience, Sebastian has worked for multiple companies in the luxury sector in regional and global executive roles based in Buenos Aires, London, Barcelona, Hong Kong, and Toronto. He has also served as non-executive director in South-East Asia and the Middle East. Prior to joining Holt Renfrew in 2020, Sebastian was Deputy President of Asia’s iconic luxury department store Lane Crawford and has held senior management positions at Burberry, Net-a-Porter, Alexander McQueen and Deloitte.

Originally from Argentina, Sebastian holds bachelor’s degrees in Public Accounting and in Business Administration. He also holds a Master’s degree in International Finance. Most recently, he attended Harvard Business School, where he successfully completed their Advanced Management Program.

Sebastian currently resides in Toronto with his wife and children.

HOLT RENFREW

Holt Renfrew is considered Canada’s leading fashion and lifestyle retailer with seven stores across Canada – including four in the Greater Toronto Area, plus Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver. Founded in Quebec City in 1837, Holt Renfrew is renowned for unparalleled retail experiences and is Canada’s hub for the world’s best fashion and beauty brands.  

Recognized as a leader in personal service and experiences, the company’s mission is to empower self-expression and ignite positive change along with overarching commitments to sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.  Holt Renfrew was acquired by the Weston family in 1986 and continues to be privately and Canadian-owned.