The BoxMaker, (www.boxmaker.com), a Kent, WA-based display and packaging firm, has acquired Tango Press. Tango Press, headquartered in Springdale, AR, opened in 2016 as an all-digital production plant for corrugated packaging and displays. “The acquisition of Tango Press is a perfect complement to The BoxMaker and our web-to-print brand, Fantastapack.com,” said Richard Brown, President and […]
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OnQ, (www.onqsolutions.com), a Hayward, CA-headquartered manufacturer of custom retail displays, announced that Pauline Prideaux is bringing her career full circle and rejoining OnQ as VP of Product Growth. She’ll lead the company’s creative direction, streamline product growth and refine the company’s branding and marketing strategy. Pauline spent four years at OnQ as designer and later […]
Smart Source LLC, (www.smartsourcellc.com), provider of printed materials, promotional products and packaging has appointed Michael Mikyska to lead its new Display Innovation Division. This new Division compliments Smart Source’s product category portfolio.
Gap Inc. has appointed Asheesh Saksena as Chief Growth Officer, a newly created position that will focus on leading growth initiatives for the future. Saksena most recently served as President of Best Buy Health where he led the formation and operation of the brand’s strategic diversification into Digital Health after serving as the company’s Chief […]
Panera Bread has appointed Lauren Cody as Chief Customer Officer. Cody joins Panera after working at top restaurant brands including McDonalds and Burger King. In her recent 13 year tenure at McDonalds, Cody took on executive positions including Managing Director for the Norwegian market, Vice President of Strategy & Insights for the UK and her […]
lululemon athletica has appointed Celeste Burgoyne as President, Americas and Global Guest Innovation. Burgoyne will oversee all channel and guest facing aspects of the North American business, including stores and e-commerce. Celeste joined lululemon in 2006 to lead U.S. expansion.
Dollar General has appointed Emily Taylor as Exec. V.P. & Chief Merchandising Officer. Taylor, who formerly served as Sr. V.P., Channel Innovation, brings more than two decades of marketing expertise to the role. Taylor will be responsible for the Company’s merchandising, marketing, global sourcing, and in-store experience efforts.
Destination XL Group, the leading retailer of men’s Big + Tall apparel, has promoted Chief Digital Officer (CDO) Ujjwal Dhoot to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). In his new role, Dhoot will drive all aspects of DXL’s brand positioning, performance marketing, creative strategy and all elements of lifecycle marketing across its more than 320 stores.
Seth Freeman has joined Schlotzsky’s as V.P., Marketing. Freeman will oversee national consumer marketing inclusive of menu development, promotions, and the overall Schlotzsky’s brand experience. Prior to joining Schlotzsky’s, Freeman was the CMO for Buffalo Wild Wings.
Peloton, the world’s largest interactive fitness platform, has appointed Dara Treseder as Sr. V.P., Global Marketing & Communications to oversee brand marketing, communications, and creative. Global Product Marketing will be overseen by Karina Kogan, who will oversee how Peloton markets its expanding product portfolio.
Duraco, (www.duraco.com), a B2B manufacturer of specialty tapes, which are sold into end markets including point-of purchase displays, has appointed Martha Sloboda, V.P., Sales. Martha joins Duraco with over 20 years of adhesives, coatings, technical materials development, and sales experience.
Boston Retail Solutions, (www.bostonrs.com), a Vero FL-based supplier of retail graphics, has appointed John Noonan as its new Exec. V.P. of Sales & Marketing. Noonan joins Boston Retail Solutions with over 30 years of experience in brand implementation programs, including; signage, graphics, and custom branded elements.
U.S. Display Group, Tullahoma, TN, has acquired General Container Corporation (GCC) of Buena Park, CA. “U.S. Display Group’s acquisition of GCC provides a major growth opportunity for both businesses through an expanded geographic footprint that will help us better serve our clients,” said Greg Moore, President of U.S. Display Group. The expanded business will be […]
John Hoepfner and Stu Maisel, Principals of H&M Recruiting Group, an executive search firm specializing in retail merchandising and shopper marketing, have announced the appointment of Rudy Rudolph as V.P., Business Development and the opening of the HMRG Los Angeles office. Rudy brings 30 years of in-store marketing experience to HMRG, previously holding senior level […]
Meyers, a Minneapolis, MN-based leader in printed signage, labels, retail displays has acquired the sheet-fed business unit from Insignia Systems. “This acquisition allows us to bring valuable print services to clients, including retail signage, displays and more,” said Mike Lane, CEO of Meyers. Kevin Mathews, formerly V.P., Custom Print Solutions at ISI, has joined Meyers […]
Asset Strategies Group, (ASG), a Columbus, OH-based real estate solutions firm, has acquired environmental design agency Chute Gerdeman. ASG’s CEO, Steve Morris said, “We’re thrilled to add Chute Gerdeman, to our portfolio of solutions for retail real estate. Chute Gerdeman’s design capabilities fill a critical need as retailers of all sizes and shapes will need […]
3A Composites USA (www.3acompositesUSA.com), has expanded its foam board range with the acquisition of the EnCore® Products and Elmer’s foam boards division from Newell Brands. This broadens 3A Composites’ offering to the display and graphic arts markets.
FOCUS Brands, parent company of Auntie Anne’s, Carvel, Cinnabon, Jamba, Moe’s Southwest Grill, McAlister’s Deli, and Schlotzsky’s, announced that Brian Krause has been named Chief Development Officer. Krause joins FOCUS Brands from Inspire Brands, where he most recently served as Chief Development Officer of Jimmy John’s.
Kum & Go has appointed Tracy Ging as Chief Marketing Officer. Ging joins Kum & Go from S&D Coffee and Tea, where she was Chief Business Officer and worked with major foodservice and convenience partners on their better-for-you beverage programs, sustainable sourcing strategies, and overall menu innovation.
Sprouts Farmers Market has named Gilliam Phipps as Sr. V.P., Chief Marketing Officer. Phipps will oversee Sprouts’ marketing, advertising, customer engagement and private label teams. Phipps brings more than twenty years of experience in marketing strategy, branding, and product/private label development to Sprouts. He most recently served as V.P., Branding, Marketing & “Our Brands” at […]