Executives: Page 15


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    Hello Bello names new CEO

    Will Righeimer will lead the Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard-founded baby brand after it was bought out of bankruptcy last month.

    By Jan. 17, 2024
  • Casper CEO Emilie Arel and Brooklinen CEO Billy May participate in a panel discussion at NRF's Big Show in New York City.
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    ‘It’s going to be a very tough year’: Casper CEO on the home goods market in 2024

    The executive, along with Brooklinen CEO Billy May, discussed challenges in the sector and how to usher DTC brands into the next era of growth.

    By Jan. 17, 2024
  • Ulta CEO Dave Kimbell speaking at the National Retail Federation's Big Show in New York City on Jan. 15, 2023.
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    Ulta topped $10B in sales last year. How the beauty retailer stays relevant

    CEO Dave Kimbell discussed recent innovations the retailer has introduced and why the beauty category is expected to remain strong.

    By Jan. 17, 2024
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    LA Clippers exec jumps to Gap Inc.

    Eric Chan is now Gap Inc.’s strategy chief, while former Mattel Chief People Officer Amy Thompson will take that job at the apparel company next week.

    By Jan. 16, 2024
  • A shot of Lululemon Global Creative Director Jonathan Cheung in a brand sweater and jacket against a white background.
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    Lululemon taps new global creative director

    Jonathan Cheung is taking on the role, while JJ Collier joins the retailer in the newly created position of vice president of design for outerwear.

    By Jan. 16, 2024
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    Under Armour taps new chief product officer, head of Americas

    Industry veteran Yassine Saidi will take over product, and Kara Trent will replace David Baxter in the brand’s largest region. 

    By Jan. 12, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at Amazon and LeBron James partners with Fanatics

    The e-commerce giant cut jobs in Prime Video and MGM Studios, while the NBA superstar joined Fanatics Collectibles.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 12, 2024
  • A double-decker plant-based burger with lettuce and tomato, American cheese, pickles and other toppings sitting on a white wood-grain surface with white wood paneling in the background.
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    Beyond Meat CFO takes on chief accounting officer responsibilities

    Following Henry Dieu’s departure from the plant-based pioneer, Lubi Kutua is adding to his already full plate.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 12, 2024
  • A Nike storefront at The Grove shopping center in Los Angeles, California.
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    Nike executive Andrew Campion to exit after 17 years

    The former COO and CFO will depart to a job in higher education, as the retailer undergoes efforts to streamline the organization.

    By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 11, 2024
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    Citing ‘momentum’ in transformation, Tailored Brands will drop one of its chief executives

    In 2021, Peter Sachse and Bob Hull began sharing the top job. In February, Sachse will be solo CEO and Hull will be board chair.

    By Jan. 10, 2024
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    Rothy’s names new CEO

    Co-founders Stephen Hawthornthwaite and Roth Martin are transitioning from their roles as CEO and president to usher in Jenny Ming and Dayna Quanbeck.

    By Jan. 10, 2024
  • The mall entrance of a brightly light "Forever 21" store.
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    Authentic CEO: Buying Forever 21 ‘biggest mistake I made’

    Jamie Salter also says Shein makes “a lot more than $30 billion” and hinted that the brand licensing firm could go public in the next 18 months.

    By Jan. 10, 2024
  • A Dollar General sign and brick storefront on a cloudy day with the company's signature black on yellow logo
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    Dollar General appoints new store operations leader

    Steve Deckard will transition into an “expanded role” as Steve Sunderland prepares to depart from the retailer later this month.

    By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Purple CEO: Stores are the ‘toughest part’ of the brand’s model

    “Two-thirds of them are working and a third of them aren’t,” Rob DeMartini said during a presentation at ICR.

    By Jan. 9, 2024
  • A person tends a fire on a patch of land covered in snow.
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    New CEO at Solo Brands as Q4 sales disappoint

    Former Vista Outdoor CEO Christopher Metz will replace John Merris later this month, as the company lowers guidance for the fiscal year.

    By Jan. 8, 2024
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    Chico’s CEO out as brands join Sycamore holding company

    Molly Langenstein took over the top job four years ago amid slumping sales and a tumultuous period for the women’s apparel company.

    By Jan. 8, 2024
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    CVS interim CFO takes permanent seat

    Thomas Cowhey is taking on the top finance job as the company looks to get back on track following a restructuring, layoffs and rising costs.

    By Grace Noto • Jan. 8, 2024
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    7 retail trends to watch in 2024

    From economic pressures weighing on consumers to relocating stores away from malls, here’s what’s on retailers’ minds heading into the new year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 8, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Conair names new president, CEO and what’s the path forward for Nike?

    Kristie Juster will take on both roles at the product company, while Nike could be rethinking its relationship with DTC. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 5, 2024
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    Bark’s chief technology officer to exit

    Nari Sitaraman will step down this month after holding the role since 2021. Eric Picard, vice president of product management, will take on the CTO duties.

    By Jan. 2, 2024
  • An exterior shot of the corner of a large corporate headquarters building with Canadian flags outside and the word "wolverine" on the front.
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    Retrieved from Wolverine Worldwide on December 21, 2023
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    Wolverine Worldwide appoints chief supply chain officer

    In the newly created role, Bishu Jayaram will be responsible for the footwear company’s sourcing, distribution and logistics.

    By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 22, 2023
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    Vuori taps new chief marketing officer

    Former Levi Strauss & Co. executive Karen Riley-Grant is taking on the CMO position as Vuori sets course for massive retail expansion.

    By Dani James • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Patrick Ta Beauty taps Fenty Beauty exec to lead marketing

    Jacqueline Barrett, who led consumer strategic marketing at Fenty Beauty, will oversee Patrick Ta’s strategic marketing and communications.

    By Howard Ruben • Dec. 20, 2023
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    Revolution Beauty appoints new president of North America

    The U.K. beauty brand has hired Erin Cast, who brings several years of experience from companies such as Coty.

    By Dani James • Dec. 19, 2023
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    MeUndies names chief revenue officer as it plans membership program revamp

    Ariel Stoddard joins the DTC brand from Fabletics where she served as general manager and oversaw expansion into new categories, like scrubs.

    By Howard Ruben • Dec. 15, 2023