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Karen Katz promoted to president, ceo of Neiman Marcus Stores

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22 years ago

December 2, 2002

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The Neiman Marcus Group Inc. (Dallas) has promoted Karen Katz to president and ceo of Neiman Marcus Stores. Katz, a 17-year veteran of the company, most recently headed Neiman Marcus Direct, the luxury retailer's direct-marketing operation.

In her new post, Katz is responsible for merchandising, store operations, marketing, advertising and distribution for Neiman Marcus Stores. She reports directly to Burton Tansky, president and ceo of The Neiman Marcus Group.

“Karen Katz has been an integral part of our team for many years,” says Tansky. “Her leadership has been a key factor in the growth and success of Neiman Marcus Direct, as well as the long-term positioning of our direct-to-consumer business. I am confident that her broad retail experience and strategic insight will ensure the continued market leadership of Neiman Marcus Stores in luxury retailing.”

The Neiman Marcus Group includes the Specialty Retail Stores segment, which includes 33 Neiman Marcus stores, two Bergdorf Goodman stores and Neiman Marcus Direct.

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