NPD Group Taps New Watch & Luxury Analyst

RAPAPORT... US market research company NPD Group has hired ReginaldBrack (pictured) as its analyst for the watch and luxury industry."We are delighted to have Reg join our team, and excited forthe added depth of insight into the watch and luxury markets that he willprovide to our clients and retail partners," said Lori Monaco, president of US fashionfootwear, accessories, luxury watches and jewelry at NPD Group. "His experienceand comprehensive perspective on the market will enrich NPD's ability todeliver the vital insights necessary to help our clients thrive."Brack is a 10-year industry veteran who most recently was general manager of watches at StockX,where he launched the timepiece division. He previously held a senior position in auction house Christie's watch department.Brack has appeared as a watch expert on Fox Business and CNN Money, and spoke at the Cond?(C) Nast International Luxury Conferencein 2015.