Beyond the Brand: A Conversation With Lew Frankfort
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
placeManhattan

Don’t miss an exclusive evening with Lew Frankfort, former CEO of Coach, in conversation with Simeon Siegel of Guggenheim Securities.  
 
Lew will discuss his new book, Bag Man, as he reflects on his time as CEO and his journey leading Coach’s transformation into a globally recognized, billion-dollar brand. He’ll also share his insights on leadership and growth.  
  
Plus, you’ll learn more about UJA’s important work meeting the moment here in New York, in Israel, and around the world.  

All attendees will receive a copy of Bag Man.  

Featuring

Lew Frankfort

Chairman Emeritus and Former CEO, Coach

Lew Frankfort is chairman emeritus of Coach, Inc. He joined Coach in 1979 and served as chairman and CEO from 1985 through 2014. During his 35 years with Coach, Lew built the small leather goods company into a $5 billion global accessories and lifestyle brand and was recognized multiple times by Barron’s as one of the “30 Most Respected CEOs Around the World” and by Institutional Investor as one of the “Best CEOs in America.”
 
After retiring from Coach, Lew co-founded Benvolio Group, an investment firm that focuses on early-stage disruptive consumer brands, including several where he advises and mentors senior leaders. 

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