Talbots Names Merchandise Head for J. Jill Brand

Hingham, Mass. Talbots has named Avra Myers senior VP and GMM of the J. Jill brand. In this role, Myers will be responsible for all merchandising for the J. Jill brand.

Myers has held a number of leadership roles, including VP of merchandising and new business development responsible for all product lines and licensing partners during her 21-year tenure at Club Monaco, which was acquired by Polo Ralph Lauren in 1999. Most recently, she was president and GMM for Limited Stores.