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Macy’s Inc. Appoints Robert Chavez as Independent Director
Slice of Retail Team
January 08, 2025
Key Highlights:
Robert Chavez joins Macy’s Board, effective April 1, 2025.
Chavez brings 45+ years of luxury retail experience, including leadership at Hermès Americas and Etienne Aigner.
Sara Levinson to retire from Macy’s Board, following the mandatory retirement policy.
Chavez aims to support Macy’s Bold New Chapter initiatives and growth strategy.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes:
“Bob will bring significant additional retail industry and leadership experience to our Board as we further our efforts to capture market share across our three nameplates.”
“I am honored to join the Macy’s, Inc. Board and serve as a director at the Company where I started my career and in the industry which I am most passionate about.”
“His decades of luxury retail and leadership experience will complement the skills and expertise of our other valued directors.”
Why This Matters:
The appointment of Robert Chavez underscores Macy’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team with seasoned experts in luxury retail. With his extensive experience in driving growth and innovation, Chavez is well-positioned to help Macy’s expand market share, enhance its e-commerce capabilities, and execute its long-term strategies. This leadership addition comes as Macy’s continues its Bold New Chapter initiatives, which are critical for sustaining growth in a competitive retail landscape.