Borders Names Norton Senior VP

Borders Group (Ann Arbor, Mich.) has hired Larry Norton to the post of senior vp, merchandising and distribution. Norton, who will report to Anne Kubek, executive vp, merchandising and marketing, is responsible for leading the merchandising team, which includes the buying and planning organization for all Borders and Waldenbooks stores nationwide, as well as the distribution group.

Norton most recently served as a consultant within the industry. Prior to that, he was president of sales and distribution for Simon & Schuster, where he worked for 13 years.

“Larry's depth of experience within publishing and supply chain management is critical to Borders as we address our strategic priorities, including re-engaging with customers as a serious bookseller and improving execution in our stores and throughout our entire organization,” says Borders Group ceo Ron Marshall.