The Backroom: Redefining Pacsun

Brieane Olson talks about her book, “Co-created,” and her work as a merchant and now CEO in redefining the retailer for a new generation.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 30, 2026

Bath & Body Works names first chief brand and product officer

Veronique Gabai-Pinsky comes to the company with decades of experience, including launching her own brand and serving as president of Vera Wang Group.

By Kaarin Moore • April 30, 2026

Purple taps former La-Z-Boy exec as CFO

The mattress company also reported a miss on Q1 revenue and decreased its full-year outlook due to an accounting adjustment.

By Dani James • April 29, 2026

Birdy Grey taps Stanley 1913 vet as chief growth officer

In the newly created role, Anthony Potgieter will lead the company’s growth across brand, marketing, digital product, partnerships and customer experience.

By Howard Ruben • April 28, 2026

Why Academy Sports & Outdoors is going against the grain with store openings

Executives touted the retailer’s “outside-in” strategy for new locations, which prioritizes markets that are further away from big cities — and big competitors.

By Cara Salpini • April 27, 2026

H&M Group names chief information officer

The retailer's new C-suite hire, Diego Teijeiro Ruiz, brings almost two decades of experience from Inditex.

By Dani James • April 27, 2026

Lululemon names Nike vet Heidi O’Neill CEO

The executive, who spent almost 30 years at Nike, will take over the top spot in September following Calvin McDonald’s exit earlier this year.

By Cara Salpini • Updated April 22, 2026

Best Buy CEO Corie Barry to step down as sales stagnate

Jason Bonfig will succeed her on Oct. 31. He currently leads the retailer's ads and marketplace businesses as chief customer, product and fulfillment officer.

By Dani James • April 22, 2026

Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

Matt Lucas will guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, while Kyle Gorman was promoted to vice president of distribution.

By Kelly Stroh • April 22, 2026

Vuori taps Rothy’s exec for first product chief

Heather Archibald, who has also held roles at RH and Gap Inc., will oversee design, merchandising and sourcing for the brand.

By Howard Ruben • April 21, 2026

Kendra Scott eyes expansion with first business chief

Adrienne Gernand, a veteran of Gap Inc., will be responsible for expanding the brand’s assortment and global reach.

By Howard Ruben • April 20, 2026

Richard Baker claps back, moves to quash subpoena in Saks Global bankruptcy case

The retailer’s former executive chairman said he’s been locked out of his company email and doesn’t have all the details a group of creditors is seeking.

By Daphne Howland • April 20, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Allbirds’ ‘AI-washing’ and Nike’s ongoing exec turnover

The footwear retailer announced a pivot no one saw coming, while another leader walked out the door at the sportswear giant.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 17, 2026

Bath & Body Works pulls back on laundry offering

CEO Daniel Heaf spoke at the Semafor World Economy summit about refocusing on core product categories and improving the online business.

By Dani James • April 16, 2026

For luxury retailers, value is a vibe

Chief executives at Ralph Lauren and Tapestry are utilizing experiences and storytelling to provide value beyond pricing to shoppers.

By Dani James • April 16, 2026

Bergdorf merchant heads to Nordstrom after Saks Global drops lawsuit

Yumi Shin has taken a newly created role, executive vice president of global brand partnerships, reporting to chief merchant Jamie Nordstrom.

By Daphne Howland • April 16, 2026

Levi’s CEO on AI, sticking to values

Michelle Gass took the stage at the Semafor World Economy conference in Washington, D.C., to discuss the brand’s heritage and evolution.

By Dani James • April 15, 2026

Williams-Sonoma names president of Rejuvenation

In the role, longtime company veteran Aujsha Taylor will oversee the banner’s merchandising strategies, product innovation and growth initiatives.

By Howard Ruben • April 14, 2026

Stanley 1913’s approach to product development through diversity

Executive Graham Nearn spoke to Retail Dive about how Stanley is expanding its offerings as it grows into a global brand.

By Dani James • Updated April 13, 2026

Nike’s innovation chief departs as leadership turnover continues

Turnarounds rely on innovation cycles, and the abrupt departure of Tony Bignell could be another sign that the retail giant isn’t out of the woods, one analyst said.

By Cara Salpini • April 13, 2026

Richard Baker subpoenaed for communications with ex-Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick

A committee of unsecured creditors says the Saks Global executive chairman has rebuffed requests for information as part of the luxury retailer’s bankruptcy.

By Daphne Howland • April 10, 2026

Wacoal America CEO retires

Mitchell Kauffmann will remain on the intimates brand's board as an adviser and President James Wheatley was tapped as his successor.

By Dani James • April 10, 2026

REI’s first full-time employee, longtime CEO Jim Whittaker dies

Whittaker was REI’s second CEO and was also the first American to summit Mount Everest.

By Cara Salpini • April 10, 2026

Andy Jassy defends Amazon’s $200B AI investment in letter to shareholders

The e-commerce giant’s CEO noted the dominance of brick-and-mortar retail despite decades of disruption, but sees that as a massive opportunity.

By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2026

Levi Strauss finance, growth chief set to retire with $3M severance

Harmit Singh will remain until a successor is appointed, then serve as a special adviser through Nov. 30, the company said.

By Alexei Alexis • April 9, 2026