Editor’s Note
Christie’s strategic partnership with Kimberly Miller signals a deliberate shift in how heritage luxury brands engage with contemporary markets. This move underscores the auction house’s focus on revitalizing its luxury divisions—from jewelry to handbags—amidst a booming global market. It reflects a broader industry trend where tradition meets modern brand storytelling to capture new audiences.
British auction house Christie’s (founded in 1766) has announced a strategic move aimed at consolidating and revitalizing its international luxury business, thereby solidifying its global leadership.
At a time of significant growth in sales of luxury goods such as jewelry, watches, wine, and handbags, Christie’s is actively promoting…
Appointed as Global Managing Director of Luxury, based in New York.
Miller, who has been with Christie’s since 2010, previously successfully led the Americas luxury division, overseeing strategy, sales, and financial performance for key sectors. She will now assume a new global role with overall responsibility for Christie’s luxury business, including live auctions, online auctions, and private sales, working closely with teams in New York, London, Paris, Geneva, and Hong Kong.
The luxury sector remains one of the primary growth drivers for Christie’s. In 2025, Christie’s luxury sales grew by…
New buyers play a key role in this evolution: over one-third of first-time buyers have their initial purchase experience through the luxury channel, and the luxury market holds a significant position among…
Miller’s promotion comes as Christie’s strengthens its global structure: in recent years, the auction house has updated several executive positions, including appointments aimed at consolidating its leadership in the global art and luxury markets.
According to insiders, Miller’s selection reflects an evolution in Christie’s corporate culture, one oriented towards…
As the auction industry continues to innovate, striving to attract collectors from different generations and backgrounds, Christie’s appears to be placing its hopes on leaders who can combine experience, a global perspective, and the ability to adapt to an increasingly dynamic and competitive market.
