Tapping former Target talent

Pier 1 Imports has secured the merchandising services of former Target executive Catherine David, who joined the Fort Worth-based retailer as EVP merchandising. David Spent 13 years at Target, and when she left the company was VP and general manager of Target Direct. However, she’s held several jobs in the interim, including most recently serving as president and COO for Kirkland’s and prior to that held VP and general manager positions with Sears Essentials, Sears Grand and The Great Indoors. She also serve as president of the Burnes Group, a photo frame and accessories supplier.