Dive Summary:
- John Browett, Apple's former SVP of retail, has found a new job as chief executive at the U.K.-based retail chain Monsoon Accessorize.
- The company searched widely for a new CEO, and ultimately selected Browett to take charge over its store empire, which at more than 1,000 locations is more than twice what Apple controls.
- Apple, meanwhile, is still searching for Browett's replacement as the company assesses the future of its retail operations.
From the article:
"... In a statement Monsoon Accessorize founder Peter Simon said the company went through 'an extensive search' to find a new CEO, leading up to the choice of Browett.
'John has the skills and experience needed to take Monsoon Accessorize to the next level,' Simon said. ..."