Levi Strauss Announces CFO Transition

Longtime finance chief to depart after planned handoff to new leadership.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:10pm by Ben Kaplan

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A high-end, photorealistic studio still-life photograph featuring a stack of neatly folded Levi's jeans, a silver metal belt buckle, and a leather wallet in a muted color palette, conceptually representing the financial strategy and growth priorities of the Levi's brand.As Levi Strauss navigates a shifting retail landscape, the departure of its longtime CFO signals a strategic transition for the iconic American apparel brand.San Francisco Today

Levi Strauss & Co. has announced that its Chief Financial and Growth Officer, Harmit Singh, will be departing the company after a planned transition period. Singh has served in the role since 2013 and will work with the company to ensure a smooth handoff to new leadership.

Why it matters

As one of the most iconic American apparel brands, Levi's CFO transition is an important signal about the company's strategic direction and financial priorities under new leadership. The change comes as Levi's navigates a rapidly evolving retail landscape and works to drive growth in both its core denim business and newer initiatives.

The details

Harmit Singh has served as Levi Strauss & Co.'s Chief Financial and Growth Officer since 2013. During his tenure, he has played a key role in the company's financial strategy, including its successful IPO in 2019 and subsequent expansion efforts. The company did not provide details on the reasons for Singh's departure or name his successor, stating only that a planned transition is underway.

  • Harmit Singh has served as Levi Strauss & Co.'s CFO since 2013.
  • Levi's went public in an IPO in 2019 during Singh's tenure as CFO.
  • Singh will be departing the company after a planned transition period.

The players

Harmit Singh

Levi Strauss & Co.'s Chief Financial and Growth Officer since 2013, who is departing the company after a planned transition period.

Levi Strauss & Co.

An iconic American apparel brand and one of the world's largest brand-name apparel companies.

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What they’re saying

“Harmit has been an invaluable member of our leadership team, and we are grateful for his many contributions to Levi Strauss & Co. over the past decade.”

— Chip Bergh, President and Chief Executive Officer, Levi Strauss & Co.

What’s next

Levi Strauss & Co. stated it will work to ensure a smooth transition as it names a new Chief Financial and Growth Officer in the coming months.

The takeaway

Levi's CFO transition comes at a critical juncture as the iconic apparel brand navigates an evolving retail landscape and works to drive growth across its core denim business and newer initiatives. The change in financial leadership signals the company's strategic priorities under new guidance.