Talbots chief merchant to resign July 27

HINGHAM, Mass. The Talbots Inc. today announced that Harold Bosworth, Jr., evp and chief merchandising officer for Talbots Brand, will retire after approximately 10 years with the company effective July 27.

"Since joining the Company, Hal has been instrumental in successfully growing Talbots portfolio of brands, while maintaining our core classic offering," said Arnold Zetcher, Talbots chairman, president and ceo. "We are extremely grateful for his significant contributions to the company as well as to the Talbots customer, and wish him all the best in his retirement."

Bosworth joined Talbots in 1997 and most recently served as evp and chief merchandising officer for Talbots Brand, responsible for merchandising for Talbots women's businesses in stores, catalog and web.