Latham, N.Y. and Orlando, Fla. — DWM Comprehensive Facility Solutions has promoted three key employees. These moves reinforce DWM’s commitment to employee and client development. Amy Mason, a 4-year veteran of DWM, was promoted to strategic account manager. In her new role, Mason will be responsible for the strategic oversight and growth of a portfolio of DWM’s mature accounts. Mason held the role of associate account manager prior to her promotion. Alexandra Meleco, also a 4-year veteran of DWM, will fill the role of associate account manager. She joined DWM …
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San Francisco — Gap Inc. has appointed Mary Beth Laughton as president and chief executive officer of Athleta. Laughton will begin her new role in late October and will serve on Gap Inc.’s senior leadership team reporting to president and chief executive officer Art Peck. She joins Gap from Sephora. “Mary Beth brings a strong background in digital operations, a keen understanding of customers and an ability to deliver innovative experiences,” says Peck. “She is the right leader for Athleta, with a proven track record in driving consistent results in …
Evansville, Ind. — Shoe Carnival, Inc., a leading retailer of moderately priced footwear and accessories, has made several executive appointments to support its ongoing customer-centric business transformation. Cliff Sifford, in addition to continuing to serve as CEO, also assumed the role of vice chairman of the board of directors. He has relinquished the president title. Sifford has been employed by the company for 22 years and has been president, CEO and a director since October 2012. Mark Worden, previously Shoe Carnival’s executive vice president – chief strategy and marketing officer, …
Louisville, Ky. — Yum! Brands, Inc. has hired Clay Johnson as the company’s chief digital and technology officer, and has promoted Gavin Felder to chief strategy officer. These newly created positions will partner with the global brand divisions to elevate the customer experience and accelerate global growth. Both Johnson and Felder will report to Yum! CFO Chris Turner. Johnson will join the Yum! Brands Global Leadership Team and oversee the company’s global technology strategy, partnering with the KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell divisions to ensure the company provides a …
Hayward, Calif. — The Montague Company, manufacturer of some of the world’s finest commercial cooking equipment, has hired Dede Kramer as regional sales manager for the Central U.S. An industry veteran, Kramer comes to Montague with an impressive 30-year history at Doyon & NU-VU, a leader in on-premise baking, where she developed a well-earned reputation for sales performance. When Doyon was purchased by Middleby, Kramer was promoted to regional sales manager/chain accounts, and succeeded in boosting revenue with their dealers and chain accounts 25% to 45% annually in her territory. …
Denver — Alex Tappé, vice president of sales and marketing at Ice-O-Matic, has announced strategic organizational changes to the company’s sales team that are effective immediately. Scott Meyer will no longer be the regional manager for Colorado. Meyer is moving to the position of director of sales. Meyer will continue to manage national accounts development, manage Ice-O-Matic’s global business with Starbucks, and will also be responsible for running Ice-O-Matic’s business in Asia and certain other international markets. Prior to Ice-O-Matic, Meyer served in a key strategic role with the global …
Syracuse, N.Y. — Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. has named Timothy J. LaLonde as interim chief financial officer, interim treasurer and interim vice president. The company is conducting a search for a permanent CFO to replace the late Paul R. Flanders, who passed away on September 7, 2019. “We greatly appreciate Tim for stepping into the CFO role on an interim basis until we identify and appoint a quality candidate to fill the position permanently,” says Daniel T. Accordino, chairman and CEO. “Tim is a seasoned professional with over four decades …
Irvine, Calif. — Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted smoothie, raw juice and superfruit bowl chains, has appointed Susan Taylor as vice president of operations. Leveraging over 26 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Taylor has served in various leadership roles for national franchise chains including 14 years at Jamba, where she was the senior director of franchise operations; Sharky’s Woodfired Mexican Grill; Baja Fresh; and Chevy’s Fresh Mex. “Susan is not only well versed in our particular segment, she is passionate about the booming industry …
Charlotte, N.C. — Bojangles’, Inc. has hired Jose R. Costa as its first chief development officer, reporting to CEO Jose Armario. In this new role, Costa will be responsible for driving the overall unit growth of the company, recruiting new franchisees, real estate strategy, equipment and new restaurant design and construction. “Jose joins our executive team at a pivotal time as Bojangles’ charts our strategic path forward,” says Armario. “His 20 years of experience in marketing, franchising, multi-unit retailing and customer experience for well-known brands will play a crucial role …
Richfield, Wis. — Hy-Brid Lifts has welcomed Derek Koontz as the Mid-Atlantic territory manager. Koontz will cover Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. He will focus on continuing the growth and channel development of Hy-Brid Lifts’ lightweight low-level scissor lifts. “Derek will be a valuable asset for our customers in the Mid-Atlantic region,” says Terry Dolan, Hy-Brid Lifts’ president and CEO. “His sales experience and passion for helping customers find the right solutions will make him a great addition to our team.” Koontz brings …