Claire’s Holdings taps former Spanx CEO as board chair
Female leaders continue to be well represented on the board at Claire’s Holdings.
The young woman’s jewelry and accessories retailer, which in September filed to raise up to $100 million in an initial public offering, said Laurie Ann Goldman has been appointed chair of the company's board of managers. The election expands the board to ten managers, building on its expertise across disciplines including brand marketing, retail operations, merchandising, finance, accounting, investment and strategic planning.
Goldman has more than 30 years of management and operating experience building consumer businesses across the retail and apparel, film and television, hospitality, and food and beverage industries. She previously served as the CEO of Avon North America, the CEO of Spanx for 12 years and in leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company and Macy's.
Goldman’s appointment continues Claire's strong representation of female leaders, who account for 50% of the board. Goldman succeeds Samantha Algaze, who has served as board chair since 2018. Algaze will continue to serve on the board alongside Claire's CEO Ryan Vero and non-executive directors Carmen Bauza, DeAnn Brunts, Samantha Lomow, Arthur Rubinfeld, Paul Best, Patrick Fallon, and Theophlius Killion.
"Laurie Ann's incredible track record, dedication to brand evolution and operational excellence, as well as her unique perspective, complements our vision and will be instrumental in further ensuring long-term success as we strengthen the power and reach of our brand," said Vero. "We are pleased to welcome her as our new Chair and know she will be a tremendous asset as we advance the growth of Claire's."
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Through its global brands, Claire's and Icing, Claire’s Holdings delivers an immersive, omnichannel shopping experience with owned and concession stores throughout North America and Europe as well as franchise stores in the Middle East and South Africa.