Dive Summary:
- Former Bon-Ton CEO Byron "Bud" Bergren has announced he will join the board of directors for JoS. A. Bank.
- Bergen served as CEO of Bon-Ton from 2002 to 2011 and helped lead the company’s acquisition of Saks Northern Department Store Group.
- “His contribution will be invaluable to us as we continue to execute our long-term strategies for profitable growth and increased shareholder value," said Robert N. Wildrick with JoS. A. Bank.
From the article:
"We are very pleased to welcome Bud Bergren as an independent member of our board of directors. The company is extremely fortunate to have the benefit of Bud's deep knowledge of the retail and apparel industries and his successful experience with acquisition integration…”