Executives: Page 2

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    Podcast

    The Backroom: Why it’s so hard for retailers to do the right thing

    Businesses face new ethical questions and must act with more transparency in what corporate integrity expert Alison Taylor calls a “turbulent world.”

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 28, 2024
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    Vince CEO steps down

    Jack Schwefel’s resignation is effective immediately, and former CFO David Stefko will hold the position until a successor is named.

    By Laurel Deppen • March 27, 2024
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    Beyond Inc. names new chief customer officer, relaunches Overstock.com

    Carlisha Robinson was promoted to the role, as the company also announced the launch of Overstock.com this week.

    By • March 26, 2024
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    Nike hires Tim Hamilton as vice president of men’s apparel design

    The award-winning menswear designer was formerly at The North Face, where he helped orchestrate collaborations with brands including Gucci and Supreme.

    By Lara Ewen • March 25, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at Walgreens and what would it mean if Nordstrom went private?

    The drugstore chain closed two distribution centers. Meanwhile, go-private rumors at the department store could have been sparked by Macy’s.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 22, 2024
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    Sephora deal ‘a real coup’ for Kohl’s, CEO says

    Forty percent of customers who visit the Sephora shop-in-shops are new to the department store, Tom Kingsbury said at Shoptalk. 

    By • March 21, 2024
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    Walmart names new Neighborhood Market division head

    Kyle Kinnard will lead the grocery-focused format, replacing Kelvin Buncum, who is retiring.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 20, 2024
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    New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’

    Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.

    By • March 19, 2024
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    ‘Built for a different era’: Macy’s CEO on why closing 150 stores is critical to its survival

    Tony Spring, who took the helm just last month, remains confident that the department store still holds an important role in consumers’ lives.

    By • March 19, 2024
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    Longtime Fossil CEO out as company announces strategic review

    The departure of Kosta Kartsotis, who spent over 20 years at the helm, came as the retailer reported Q4 sales falling nearly 16% and losses widening.

    By Howard Ruben • March 15, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Dollar Tree to add $7 items and Bath & Body Works teams up with Netflix

    The dollar store is expanding its multiprice assortment, while the personal care retailer debuted a “Bridgerton” collection as part of a yearlong partnership.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 15, 2024
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    Marla Beck named CEO of BeautyHealth

    The Bluemercury founder was named interim chief executive officer in November after serving on the company’s board since 2022.

    By Howard Ruben • March 14, 2024
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    Peloton CFO leans on cost cutting to reverse post-pandemic slump

    Finance chief Liz Coddington is slashing overhead costs and driving more revenue from Peloton’s digital subscription and bike rental businesses.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 14, 2024
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    Under Armour puts founder Kevin Plank back in charge as CEO Stephanie Linnartz exits

    Come April 1, the athletics brand founder will take the helm once more. Linnartz, who is stepping down, has been CEO for barely a year.

    By • Updated March 14, 2024
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    Brooks Running promotes Dan Sheridan to CEO

    Sheridan — most recently the company’s chief operating officer — succeeds Jim Weber, who held the role for over two decades.

    By Howard Ruben • March 13, 2024
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    Petco in search of a new CEO as Q4 disappoints

    Former Best Buy executive Mike Mohan is taking over in the interim as the pet retailer struggles with profitability.

    By • March 13, 2024
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    Allbirds taps new CEO, plans store closures

    COO Joe Vernachio takes over from co-founder Joey Zwillinger on Friday as the DTC brand reported a 15% sales drop in 2023.

    By • March 13, 2024
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    Q&A

    Costco’s ‘voice’ looks back on 40 years, $1.50 hot dogs and leadership

    Richard Galanti thought he might stay four years at what was then a retail startup. Costco’s CFO stayed about four decades and is exiting the role on Friday.

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • March 13, 2024
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    Macy’s names new VP of media network

    Michael Krans is joining the department store from Walmart Connect, where he led the fashion team. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 12, 2024
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    Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule

    Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.

    By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony

    The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 8, 2024
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    Qurate Retail Group looks to streaming growth as Q4 revenue declines

    The company this week also announced that QVC U.S. chief merchant Stacy Bowe is HSN’s new president.

    By • Feb. 29, 2024
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    After tamping down marketing spend, Rent the Runway brings on new chief marketing officer

    Natalie McGrath comes from Afterpay, with experience at apparel brands including Bandier, Coach, Alexander Wang and Net-A-Porter.

    By • Feb. 28, 2024
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    Supergoop taps JLo Beauty vet as next CEO

    The skin care brand named Lisa Sequino as chief executive, succeeding Amanda Baldwin, who left to head Olaplex.

    By Howard Ruben • Feb. 27, 2024
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    What 8 DTC brands are talking about in 2024

    From Glossier to On, executives shared insights into what brands are facing during the National Retail Federation’s Big Show and the ICR conference.

    By , • Feb. 26, 2024