Toy exec joins Gap board

The chief executive of Hasbro Inc. has joined the board of directors of Gap Inc., effective Aug. 12.



The retailer said it is adding Brian D. Goldner to its board as the merchant focuses on its “next era of retail.” His appointment comes shortly after Gap posted a disappointing sales for the second quarter.



“His leadership has enabled Hasbro to emerge as one of the most profitable and forward-thinking companies in the toy and game industry,” stated Gap board chairman Robert J. Fisher said in a news release.



Goldner, whose appointment expands Gap’s board to 11 members, will join the board’s compensation and management development committee.