1-800-Flowers.com Inc. names tech veteran as CIO
A leading online gift retailer has appointed a new leader to oversee its technology operations.
1-800-Flowers.com has named Alexander Zelikovsky as its new chief information officer. He brings more than 25 years of technology leadership experience to the company, most recently serving as executive VP and global CIO at technology company Pitney Bowes for the past nine months.
As CIO, Zelikovsky will lead an enterprise-wide technology strategy to accelerate 1-800-Flowers.com’s digital transformation. His responsibilities include IT applications and platforms, data architecture, data management, cybersecurity, and business intelligence. Zelikovsky will also support the company’s AI and business optimization efforts.
"Alex is a visionary technology leader with proven expertise leading digital transformation initiatives at scale," said Adolfo Villagomez, CEO of 1-800-Flowers.com. "His ability to position technology to fuel business growth, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver personalized customer experiences is all critical to driving our transformation strategy forward. His experience in enterprise modernization, AI, and cybersecurity will be instrumental in accelerating growth and innovation across our portfolio.”
Prior to Pitney Bowes, he held divisional CIO and head of digital technology roles at Kimberly-Clark for both the EMEA and Latin America regions, spending more than three and a half years with the company. Previously, he spent more than eight years as the VP of omnichannel solutions and supply chain technology at Bed Bath & Beyond.
Zelikovsky’s appointment is just the latest for 1-800-Flowers.com following Villagomez’s appointment as CEO in May. In early October, the company named Home Depot veteran Melanie Babcock as chief marketing and growth officer, a newly-created role.
"I'm excited to join 1-800-Flowers.com at such a pivotal time in the company's transformation," said Zelikovsky. "Adolfo's vision for building a consumer-centric organization resonates deeply with my approach to technology leadership. The company has built an exceptional portfolio of brands and understands the importance of delivering meaningful and personalized customer experiences. I look forward to partnering with the leadership team to harness technology, data, and innovation to deepen customer relationships, drive operational excellence, and accelerate growth across the business."
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An omnichannel retailer, 1-800-Flowers.com Inc.'s portfolio includes more than 18 brands, including 1-800-Flowers.com, Harry & David, PersonalizationMall.com, and Things Remembered.
