Ann Taylor Stores Corp. (New York) has announced that Brian Lynch, currently president of the company's factory division, will assume the additional leadership of corporate real estate and construction and e-commerce business under the new title, president of corporate operations.
In addition, Michael Nicholson, executive vp and cfo, will assume leadership responsibility for Information Technology and global procurement at the specialty apparel company. And Anthony Romano, chief supply chain officer, has resigned “to pursue other interests.” The company indicated that a new chief supply chain officer is expected to be announced shortly.
All the changes are effective immediately. “I am very pleased to acknowledge the outstanding leadership that Brian and Mike have demonstrated, as the business evolves and we position the company for future growth,” said president and ceo Kay Krill.