Los Angeles — American Apparel, Inc. has made another leadership appointment. Brian McHale has been named senior vice president and chief information officer. He reports directly to CFO Hassan Natha.
“As we continue to implement our multi-year turnaround, Brian will be an important asset to the company,” says Paula Schneider, CEO of American Apparel. “Brian brings deep experience in his area of expertise, which will undoubtedly have a significant and positive impact on American Apparel.”
McHale will oversee information technology and computer systems at the company. In addition to providing critical support to American Apparel’s onsite hardware and software applications, McHale will also lead the development and expansion of the company’s retail digital capabilities alongside Thoryn Stephens, recently appointed chief digital officer.
McHale comes to American Apparel with over 25 years of experience developing IT governance, business intelligence and big data solutions for some of the U.S.’s largest companies such as DirecTV and Verizon. He has also transformed these companies to cloud-based infrastructures, driving efficiencies and cost savings. McHale’s experience includes work for agency clients in a variety of categories, including turnaround businesses, similar to American Apparel.
American Apparel, Inc. operates approximately 239 retail stores in 20 countries including the United States and Canada. For more information, visit www.americanapparel.com.
SOURCE: American Apparel, Inc.