retailers

Bolingbrook, Ill. — Ulta Beauty, Inc. has promoted its chief operating officer, Kecia L. Steelman, to president and chief operating officer. “Kecia is a talented executive with a proven track record of driving operational excellence while fostering a caring and inclusive culture and creating exceptional guest experiences,” says Dave Kimbell, chief executive officer. “Over the last year, Kecia has increased her scope and influence within our organization, and this expanded role recognizes her value to the company and her many contributions to our success, while also demonstrating our ongoing confidence …

Dodgeville, Wis. — Lands’ End, Inc. has named Bernard McCracken — interim CFO since January 2023 and chief accounting officer since April 2014 — as its new chief financial officer. “Bernie McCracken has been an integral member of our finance organization for over 9 years and has demonstrated the financial acumen, executive leadership and track record to lead our financial organization with excellence,” says Andrew McLean, CEO of Lands’ End. “Having worked closely with Bernie over the past 8 months, I am confident that his appointment best positions Lands’ End …

Columbus, Ohio — Fashion apparel retailer Express, Inc. has named Stewart Glendinning as its new chief executive officer and a member of the Express board of directors, effective Sept. 15, 2023. Glendinning succeeds Tim Baxter, who has resigned as CEO and as a member of the board. Baxter will be available as needed to support a smooth transition. Glendinning brings to Express more than 20 years of experience in the consumer products industry and a proven record of operating excellence, financial discipline and building high-performing teams to grow iconic brands. …

Omaha, Neb. — Borsheims, one of the nation’s largest independent jewelry stores based in Omaha, Neb., has promoted four key members of its executive team: Adrienne Perry, Sean Moore, Julie McAlpine and Andy Brabec. These newly created roles will help Borsheims deliver the signature service customers have come to know and expect of the over 150-year-old luxury retailer and position the company for continued growth and success in the future. Adrienne Perry has been promoted to chief revenue officer. As CRO, Perry will steward Borsheims’ sales divisions toward continued growth …