Lululemon has ‘a great deal to prove’ with new exec lineup

With two new C-suite leaders announced, and a search underway for others, change is underway at Lululemon. Here’s what analysts think of Heidi O’Neill’s first move as CEO.

By Cara Salpini • Oct. 8, 2026

ThredUp CEO on AI costs: ‘I was both surprised and didn’t care’

James Reinhart said nothing should be done to slow employees’ use of AI because the benefits will outweigh those initial costs eventually.

By Dani James • Oct. 8, 2026

Lululemon’s Heidi O’Neill overhauls C-suite in first move as CEO

The athletics company has tapped a product chief and a chief operating officer, and is on the hunt to fill three other C-suite roles.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Oct. 7, 2026

Neighborhood Intelligence CFO resigns

Brian LaRose became CFO of the organization, formerly known as Bed Bath & Beyond Inc., when the company acquired The Container Store earlier this year.

By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 6, 2026

Skechers CFO jumps to Levi’s

John Vandemore was at the shoe brand for nearly a decade after stints at Mattel and Disney, and replaces longtime Chief Financial Officer Harmit Singh.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 1, 2026

KnitWell Group names chief digital and customer data officer

Angelica Munson was appointed to the newly created role for the Ann Taylor and Chico’s parent company. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 1, 2026

New David’s Bridal CFO focuses on finance fundamentals

Nike alum Kathy Cherian wants to ensure the bridal company’s finance function is included early in decision-making processes, she said.

By Grace Noto • Oct. 1, 2026

Mattel names new CEO

As current CEO Ynon Kreiz steps down from the role, Roger Lynch comes to the toy company from Condé Nast where he was chief executive.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 30, 2026

Walmart consolidates merchant teams with focus on style

Nearly 20 years after embarking on its ill-fated, fashion-oriented “Project Impact,” the retail giant is merging its fashion, home and beauty businesses.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 28, 2026

The Backroom: A status check on Target’s turnaround

Since naming Michael Fiddelke CEO, the retailer has made headway on its recovery with sales and traffic growth despite the bumps along the way.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 24, 2026

Ethan Allen launches CEO search

The move comes nearly two months after an activist investor pushed to replace the retailer’s board, including CEO and board chair Farooq Kathwari.

By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 21, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Bed Bath & Beyond parent plots a credit union and Express goes back to the ’90s

Neighborhood Intelligence hopes to simplify home ownership with the move. Meanwhile, the apparel retailer is tapping into nostalgia.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 18, 2026

Nike eyes innovation with LVMH board pick

Alexandre Arnault, deputy CEO of Moët Hennessy, has “a reputation for helping iconic global brands evolve, innovate and grow,” Executive Chairman Mark Parker said.

By Cara Salpini • Sept. 17, 2026

Why Lowe’s chief marketer Jen Wilson added digital commerce to her portfolio

The addition of Lowes.com and Marketplace to a purview that includes retail media, loyalty and personalization speaks to the evolution of the marketer role.

By Chris Kelly • Sept. 16, 2026

Target names chief marketing and guest experience officer

Mark Weinstein will be responsible for developing how consumers experience and connect with Target across channels, culture and community.

By Chris Kelly • Sept. 15, 2026

Nordstrom alum takes the CEO reins at Rent the Runway

Paige Thomas, who starts Monday, is one of a cohort hailing from the department store, including interim CEO Teri Bariquit.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Chewy’s sales jump and a retail exec turns politician

The pet retailer scored more than 7% net sales growth in the most recent quarter. Meanwhile, former Hudson’s Bay CEO Helena Foulkes could soon be Rhode Island’s governor.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 11, 2026

Kohl’s unites marketing, digital under new chief customer officer role

The position combines media, loyalty, digital commerce and other functions under one title. Chief Marketing Officer Christie Raymond will depart the company.

By Bryan Wassel • Sept. 2, 2026

Kohl’s names Walmart fashion alum as chief merchant

Ryan Waymire, who has also had merchandising roles at Wayfair, FabFitFun, Amazon and Target, will replace Nick Jones.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 1, 2026

Macy’s names senior vice president of creative, production

The retailer is bringing back former staffer Maya Dukes to lead its creative strategy as it executes on its Bold New Chapter strategy. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 31, 2026

Inside Bed Bath & Beyond’s ambitions to transcend retail

A rebrand to Neighborhood Intelligence positions it as “bigger than a retail company.” But a slew of recent acquisitions has drawn skepticism.

By Caroline Jansen , Julia Himmel • Aug. 31, 2026

Nike names Walmart vet as commercial chief, months after cutting role

Jane Ewing joins the company next month and will be “vital” to strengthening connections across the organization, CEO Elliott Hill said.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 28, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Arc’teryx vet heads to Helly Hansen, Avon North America to be acquired

Kontoor Brands tapped C.J. King to lead Helly Hansen’s North American sports division, while Regent’s deal reunites the beauty company with Avon International.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 28, 2026

Old Navy chief out as sales falter again

The Gap brand, which lost its luster and was stuck in the doldrums for years, has become the “star of the show” at Gap Inc.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 27, 2026

Build-A-Bear fires chief growth officer as earnings fall flat

The company's summer trend merchandise didn’t resonate with customers and wholesale progressed slower than expected.

By Dani James • Aug. 27, 2026