Former oilsands CEO pursues career in women's fashion

Published on October 14, 2016, 5:38 pm

Published by BC Local News

After 25 years in oil and gas, Jean-Michel Gires is trying his hand at designing women's clothing under the label By Jean Michel. The former executive says his passion for photography led to the idea to print images on scarves. CP video.


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