Executives

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    VF names global brand president of North Face

    Caroline Brown, former CEO of Donna Karan International, is taking on the role after a few months on the apparel conglomerate’s board of directors.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 6, 2024
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    Designer Brands acquires Canadian footwear retailer Rubino

    The retailer also named a new chief marketing officer for its largest banner, DSW, as it reported flat sales for Q1.

    By • June 5, 2024
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    Fair Harbor taps Mizzen+Main vet as president

    Bethany Muths steps into the newly created role after holding leadership positions at Mizzen+Main, Ivory Ella and footwear brand Schutz.

    By Howard Ruben • June 5, 2024
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    Shinola, Filson parent appoints CEO, chief marketer

    Steve Katzman will oversee operations at both brands in the top spot at Bedrock, while Kevin Wertz, formerly of SmileDirectClub, takes the lead marketing role.

    By Lara Ewen • June 5, 2024
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    Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper exec as CFO

    The fast-growing startup, known for its canned water, has entered new beverage categories while adding experienced executives to its C-suite.

    By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2024
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    Costco’s CFO calls $1.50 hot dog ‘safe’ in debut earnings call

    The retailer’s new finance chief, Gary Millerchip, is staying the course on the company’s popular $1.50 hot dog and soda combo pricing.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 4, 2024
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    Children’s Place CEO Jane Elfers out after 14 years

    Muhammad Umair, who joined as a board member in February when Mithaq Capital bought a majority stake in the company, will serve as interim chief.

    By • June 3, 2024
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    Nordstrom elevates supply chain exec amid shrink woes

    After reporting that theft in its supply and transportation networks hurt Q1 margins, the retailer promoted Alexis DePree to chief operating officer.

    By • June 3, 2024
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    Former Lululemon exec to lead Vans

    The hire is part of holding company VF Corp.’s transformation plan for the struggling brand.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 3, 2024
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    Instant Pot Brands names new chief commercial officer

    The kitchen appliance brand also announced a leader of marketing, e-commerce and consumer care as it carves a path post-bankruptcy.

    By Howard Ruben • May 31, 2024
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    Bark taps former exec for chief DTC officer

    Meghan Knoll, who was previously the CEO of Cat Person, will return to the pet retailer to oversee its DTC efforts.

    By • May 31, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Best Buy sales fall 6.5% and Sierra hits 100 stores

    The electronics retailer continues to face pressure in its core segment, while T.J. Maxx’s outdoors-focused sibling eyes more growth ahead.

    By Retail Dive Staff • May 31, 2024
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    Home Depot names EVP of customer experience

    Jordan Broggi is stepping into the role, along with retaining leadership of the company’s online business, as Matt Carey is set to retire. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 31, 2024
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    Gildan reinstates Glenn Chamandy as CEO

    The activewear company’s founder was fired in December 2023 but is back in the top spot after a months-long battle between the previous board and activist investor Browning West.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 30, 2024
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    Petco names new chief stores officer as COO exits

    The pet retailer also said it eliminated its chief merchandising and supply chain officer role and named five people to its executive leadership team.

    By • May 29, 2024
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    VF names new CFO, still feels revenue slump as it considers selling assets

    The declining performance of the Vans brand continued to weigh on the apparel and footwear conglomerate’s Q4 earnings despite various transformation programs.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 24, 2024
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    Following acquisition, Rowing Blazers names new CEO

    Laura Willensky comes with experience from J. Crew, Victoria’s Secret Beauty, Talbots, Janie & Jack, Madewell and Away.

    By Howard Ruben • May 22, 2024
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    Lululemon restructures product, marketing teams as Chief Product Officer Sun Choe exits

    The roles of chief brand officer and global creative director will expand as Choe leaves for a new opportunity and won’t be replaced.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Bruce Nordstrom — grandson of the retailer’s founder and father of its top executives — dies at 90

    Under the leadership of his generation, the fashion department store went public, launched off-price Rack and expanded into a national retailer.

    By • May 20, 2024
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    Canada Goose yanks long-term targets, names creative director

    The brand has slowed its store expansion and paused its five-year plan to focus on “doing fewer things really, really well,” CEO Dani Reiss said Thursday.

    By • May 17, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Dollar General taps store operations exec as PetSmart searches for a chief toy tester

    Lee DeVille will lead operations for three of the discounter’s retail divisions. But the pet retailer’s new role requires a furrier candidate.

    By Retail Dive Staff • May 17, 2024
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    At Home names former Petco, Party City exec CEO

    Brad Weston was previously the chief executive of Party City Holdings and spent a year in the top role at the pet retailer.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 17, 2024
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    Stitch Fix chief merchant is out

    Loretta Choy, who also led client services, left the company. The e-tailer has said it’s working on major changes to its merchandising and customer experience.

    By • May 14, 2024
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    Funko names former Hasbro executive CEO

    Cynthia Williams was most recently president of the Wizards of the Coast and joins the company during a time of C-suite change. 

    By • May 13, 2024
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    Wolverine World Wide names new CFO, reports 34% revenue decline

    Despite the revenue dip, the Merrell owner said results were better than expected as it continues its restructuring plan.

    By Laurel Deppen • May 10, 2024