Liz Claiborne names new execs

New York City Liz Claiborne has announced two key executive appointments.

Thomas Johannes Grote, former president of Esprit, has been named CEO of Mexx Worldwide. Grote will join the company in October. Until that time, the current Mexx management team will continue to run the business, with involvement of CEO William L. McComb as needed.

In addition, Tom Fitzgerald, interim CEO at Mexx and senior VP direct brand services, will be joining Lucky Brand Jeans as CEO, effective July 1.