Alex and Ani makes exec appointment

Alex and Ani has promoted Cindy DiPietrantonio to president of the company.



DiPietrantonio joined the jewelry and lifestyle brand in July 2016 as interim COO, and her transition to president has happened in “a very natural, organic way,” the company said.



"Cindy's ability to lead and inspire speaks for itself," Rafaelian CEO, founder and chief creative officer. "As we continue our journey as a global brand, she is helping to position the company for future growth, refining our go to market strategy.”



Prior to joining Alex and Ani, DiPietrantonio was interim president of Sheex Performance Bed Sheets and Sleepwear from 2014-2016. Before that, she was COO for The Jones Group.



In addition to her corporate responsibilities, DiPietrantonio served as a member of GS1, a neutral, not-for-profit, international organization that develops and maintains standards for supply and demand chains across multiple sectors.