Trans World Entertainment president resigns

Albany, N.Y. Trans World Entertainment announced Wednesday that Jim Litwak, president and COO, has resigned, effective Feb. 16. His responsibilities will be taken over by the company’s chairman and CEO, Robert Higgins.

"After 12 years in the entertainment retail space, it is time for me to pursue different avenues and opportunities. My time at Trans World will always be some of the greatest memories of my retail career," said Litwak.

The company is undertaking a search for a new head of merchandising and marketing.