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

The Backroom: A sit-down with Ron Johnson

The retail veteran shares his journey with Apple, the infamous stint with J.C. Penney and more ahead of the release of his memoir, “Shop Different.”

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 27, 2026

Gap Inc. taps Walmart alum in ‘fashiontainment’ push

Justin Breton is joining the retailer as vice president of development and will report to entertainment chief Pam Kaufman.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 24, 2026

Walmart communications chief to depart after 3 years

Allyson Park’s tenure was marked by intense change at the retail giant, including the departure of longtime CEO Doug McMillon.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 24, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Target’s home turnaround and Macy’s 100th parade countdown

Long lead times in the category mean a rebound will take time. Meanwhile, the department store is setting its sights on its centennial Thanksgiving Day Parade.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 21, 2026

Victoria’s Secret reshapes tech leadership

Former Foot Locker executive Adrian Butler will oversee technology and former Starbucks CTO Gerri Martin-Flickinger will sit on the board.

By Paige Gross • Aug. 21, 2026

Lululemon says it has ‘talented teams and leaders in place’ as communications chief exits

Bill Chandler will leave the company just days before incoming CEO Heidi O’Neill arrives.

By Cara Salpini • Updated Aug. 20, 2026

As Lululemon AI chief exits, analysts ‘increasingly concerned’ about turnover

Ranju Das, who held his role for less than a year, is leaving just a month before incoming chief Heidi O’Neill is set to start.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 14, 2026

Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. names chief accounting officer

Jill Windrum will also serve as deputy chief financial officer, effective Aug. 31, taking on the principal accounting officer role from CFO Brian LaRose.

By Dani James • Aug. 13, 2026

Shoe Station names chief marketing officer

Tracy Dick is now in the chief marketer role, following the company’s corporate name change earlier this summer. 

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 13, 2026

Wrangler to open more stores amid direct-to-consumer push

Owner Kontoor executives called the company’s Helly Hansen outdoor brand its “growth engine,” but some analysts aren’t so sure.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 12, 2026

Home Depot appoints interim CEO leadership as Ted Decker takes medical leave

Senior Executive Vice President Ann-Marie Campbell and CFO Richard McPhail will oversee CEO duties for the next few months in Decker’s absence.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 12, 2026

Target taps Lowe’s executive as first chief AI officer

For Chandhu Nair, collaboration will be essential as the retailer focuses on how technology can elevate user experience.

By Nicole Laskowski • Aug. 12, 2026

Signet names new leadership for Zales, Blue Nile

The jewelry company appointed veterans from Mattel and Tiffany & Co. as it continues to push its Grow Brand Love strategy.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 11, 2026

Gymshark names new chief supply chain officer

Matt Rogers joined the fitness apparel brand in 2023 and previously held the role of global supply chain director.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 11, 2026

DXL board chair steps in for CEO as challenges mount

The big-and-tall men’s retailer is mulling a merger, fighting off a takeover offer and grappling with weight-loss drugs’ impact on its business.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 10, 2026

Best Buy’s chief marketer exits, replaced by newcomer

Jennie Weber left the retailer after over 20 years at the company, with Chief Creative Officer Marty Senn taking over the position.

By Dani James • Aug. 10, 2026

Bob’s Discount Furniture is winning over higher-income shoppers

The furniture retailer, known for its value-oriented marketing, said it’s seeing momentum build within its cohort of customers earning over $100,000.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 10, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Activist comes for Ethan Allen’s board, Rhode delivers for Elf

The investor wants his nominees to replace all of the furniture retailer’s directors, while Rhode helped E.l.f. Beauty achieve nearly 40% growth.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 7, 2026

QVC Group exits Chapter 11, CEO steps down

Mike George, who once led the company when it was Qurate Retail Group, has been named interim chief executive officer.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 7, 2026

Home Depot reshuffles leadership to accelerate tech innovation

The company is consolidating tech teams under the leadership of its new CTO as part of this effort.

By Paige Gross • Aug. 6, 2026

Best Buy picks Nordstrom alum for CFO

Anne Bramman succeeds Matt Bilunas, who left the retailer last month after serving as its finance chief for seven years.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 5, 2026