"Additionally, Ed has been responsible for overseeing integration activities at Crosstown Traders since our June 2005 acquisition of Crosstown, and is highly knowledgeable of their operating processes."
"In this new role, Ed will have the opportunity to apply his financial and operational management skills toward enhancing our multi-channel opportunities within Charming Shoppes. I am extremely pleased to congratulate Ed on his promotion to this new position."
Echoing Bern's sentiments, Steven A. Lightman, President of Crosstown Traders added, "Ed has been an important and valued partner over the last year through many of our integration activities. I look forward to working closely with Ed, and welcome him to the Crosstown team."
Charming Shoppes Inc operates 2,317 retail stores in 48 states under the names LANE BRYANT, FASHION BUG, FASHION BUG PLUS, CATHERINES PLUS SIZES, and LANE BRYANT OUTLET.
Apparel, accessories, footwear and gift catalogs, including the following titles, are operated by Charming Shoppes' Crosstown Traders: Old Pueblo Traders, Bedford Fair, Willow Ridge, Lew Magram, Brownstone Studio, Regalia, Intimate Appeal, Monterey Bay Clothing Company, Coward Shoe and Figi's.
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