Executives: Page 3

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    Guitar Center names former Wayfair exec chief merchandiser

    Jerry Brandehoff joins the retailer with over 30 years of experience, as the company continues to bring fresh faces to its executive team.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 20, 2025
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    Michaels names Staples Canada vet CEO

    David Boone succeeds Ashley Buchanan, who stepped down in January to lead Kohl’s.

    By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 19, 2025
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    Nordstrom brings on Neiman Marcus vet as director of luxury styling

    Catherine Bloom joins the department store in the new role, and a Nordstrom Local location in Los Angeles will be a dedicated storefront for her clients.

    By • Feb. 19, 2025
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    HanesBrands CEO to step down

    Steve Bratspies will stay with the company in an advisory role as the company moves in a new direction following the sale of Champion.

    By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 18, 2025
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    Tailored Brands names Best Buy, Target vet as chief customer officer

    The men’s apparel retailer hired Whit Alexander to create personalized brand experiences and build customer loyalty.

    By • Feb. 13, 2025
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    Qurate shutters Florida headquarters, shuffles leadership

    The company that runs HSN and QVC is still in a turnaround period as it shifts its brand focus to social shopping and streaming.

    By • Feb. 12, 2025
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    Levi’s expands C-Suite leaders’ responsibilities

    The changes follow the decision to cut up to 15% of its global corporate workforce as part of an initiative to drive cost savings and long-term growth.

    By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 12, 2025
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    Mattress Firm CEO exits

    One week after Tempur Sealy finalized its acquisition of the company, ​​​​​John Eck has stepped down from the role.

    By • Feb. 12, 2025
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    Former New York & Co. chief to lead Express, Bonobos

    Greg Scott’s 30-plus years in the fashion industry also include stints at Fashion Nova and The Boutique Brands.

    By • Feb. 11, 2025
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    DTC bridal brand Birdy Grey names CEO

    Jill Layfield takes the helm after holding several leadership positions in the industry, including as Backcountry’s CEO.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 10, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Beyond closes Kirkland’s deal — and a very beary Valentine’s Day

    The two home retailers finalized their investment deal, while Build-A-Bear expanded its long-running “After Dark” collection.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 7, 2025
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    Dollar General focuses on stores with exec appointments

    Steve Deckard will oversee the expansion of the retailer’s footprint, and Tracey Herrmann was promoted to executive vice president of store operations. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 7, 2025
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    Costco’s ‘voice’: The long goodbye

    Richard Galanti retired from the warehouse club on Jan. 30, after pivoting to an advisory role following his departure from the CFO seat he held for roughly four decades.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 6, 2025
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    Perfect Moment taps Canada Goose execs to lead operations, sourcing

    Chath Weerasinghe joins as chief financial and operating officer, while Vittorio Giacomelli will lead product strategy, development and innovation.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Estée Lauder warns of up to 7,000 job cuts globally

    The layoffs, which represent up to 11% of its global workforce, arrive alongside a restructuring plan that extends into the C-suite.

    By Nate Delesline III • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret taps former Joann exec for CFO seat

    The transition comes as the lingerie retailer, following market share declines, pursues a turnaround under a new CEO.

    By Alexei Alexis • Jan. 30, 2025
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    Amazon taps Whole Foods CEO to helm its entire grocery business

    Jason Buechel, who remains head of the specialty banner, steps into a new role in which he will also oversee the Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go chains.

    By Peyton Bigora , Sam Silverstein • Jan. 28, 2025
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    Ulta Beauty chief marketer exits

    Michelle Crossan-Matos is the latest executive to announce a departure, after CEO Dave Kimbell stepped down earlier this month and Chief Merchandising Officer Monica Arnaudo said she would leave this spring.

    By • Jan. 24, 2025
  • A view of a Vince store from outside. The sign is visible as well as three mannequins through the window.
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    Vince Holding Corp. sells majority stake to P180, former CEO returns

    Brendan Hoffman, formerly of Wolverine World Wide, is returning to the top spot at Vince after holding the role from 2015 to 2020.

    By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 23, 2025
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    REI taps Nike, Athleta vet Mary Beth Laughton as CEO

    Eric Artz, who has led the outdoors retailer for six years, plans to retire at the end of March. 

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Birkenstock brings on a new CFO as it pushes DTC strategy

    Ivica Krolo will replace Erik Massmann, who helped guide the footwear brand through its initial public offering a little over a year ago.

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Mattel launches hunt to replace retiring CFO

    The El Segundo, California-based toy maker said it has increased “efficiencies” with over $400 million in cost savings during CFO Anthony DiSilvestro’s tenure.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 21, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Foot Locker taps Sonia Syngal for board and New Balance sales hit a record

    Also joining the footwear retailer’s board is Ace Hardware CEO John Venhuizen. Meanwhile, New Balance landed $7.8 billion in global sales last year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Target taps new execs to lead store and digital teams

    Two longtime company veterans are retiring as part of the changes, which came as the retailer reported encouraging sales growth in the holiday season.

    By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 16, 2025
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    A.k.a. Brands names CEO

    Ciaran Long, chief financial officer since 2021, takes on the top spot, while the company’s global controller, Kevin Grant, has been named CFO.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 16, 2025