Seattle — REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.), a national outdoor gear and clothing retailer, has named Rick Bingle as the company’s vice president, supply chain.
Hollywood, CA — Frederick’s of Hollywood has hired Don Jones as president and COO. Jones has held many retail positions in his career, including SVP of stores and operations for Gap Inc.
Farmingdale, NY — Ferrandino & Son, Inc., a leading provider of facility maintenance and general contracting services, has launched its newly designed corporate website.
Bloomfield Hills, MI — Taubman Centers, Inc. is bringing 20 retailers new to the market (and most new to the state) to City Creek Center, currently under construction in Salt Lake City.
Bridgeview, IL — Rose Paving Co. has relocated its Atlanta satellite office to Norcross, Ga., in order to accommodate the company’s growth and provide more office and equipment space.
Hoffman Estates, IL — Raj Penkar will join Sears Holdings on September 15 as senior vice president and president, supply chain. He joins Sears after 24 years with UPS.
Mount Vernon, NY — Partnering with DGC Capital Contracting Corp., Donna Karan New York has opened two “shop in shops” at Bloomingdale’s and Lord & Taylor stores in Manhattan.
City of Industry, CA — Hot Topic, Inc. has added two new executives: Don Hendricks as chief information officer and Jeff Allison as senior vice president of planning and allocation.
Los Angeles — Fifty-nine percent of U.S. retailers plan to open more stores due to the attractive rental rates available in the current market environment, according to a CB Richard Ellis survey.
