Clothing retailer American Eagle Outfitters Inc has announced the promotion of Joan Hilson to Executive VP, Chief Financial Officer, American Eagle Brand.
Ms Hilson had been Senior VP, Finance of American Eagle since September 2005, when she joined the company from Limited Brands, where she recently served as CFO of Victoria's Secret Stores.
In her new role, Ms Hilson will assume responsibility for all areas within Corporate Finance and Accounting as well as Merchandise Planning and Allocation. She will continue to report to CEO, Jim O'Donnell.
"Since joining American Eagle last September, Joan has proven to be a strategic leader who has demonstrated strong management skills in many areas that are critical to our growth and future success, including inventory control, expense discipline and merchandise planning and allocation," said Jim O'Donnell.
"I am confident that Joan's extensive industry experience and financial expertise will serve our Company well as we continue to expand the American Eagle Brand and pursue new growth concepts," he added.
Ms Hilson joined American Eagle with more than 20 years of experience in finance. She previously served in several capacities with Limited Brands over a 12-year period, recently as Executive VP, CFO of Victoria's Secret Stores.
American Eagle Outfitters is a leading retailer that designs, markets and sells its own brandof laidback, current clothing targeting 15 to 25 year-olds, providing high-quality merchandise at affordable prices.
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