Mr Friedman to see JNY Footwear, Accessories & Retail Div

18 Aug '08

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Jones Apparel Group Inc announced that Jay Friedman (56) has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Company-Owned Retail Footwear and Apparel. Mr. Friedman, who previously served as President, Company-Owned Retail Footwear and Apparel, will continue to report to Andrew Cohen, Chief Executive Officer, Footwear, Accessories and Retail.

Wesley R. Card, Jones Apparel Group President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "Jay is a talented merchant, effective leader and a seasoned retail executive with over 30 years of experience. Jay is a key member of our senior management team, and I am pleased with all that he and his team have accomplished to date to begin the turnaround of our retail operations."

Mr. Cohen said, "Under Jay's leadership, the team has implemented a number of initiatives to improve the performance of the retail chain, including enhancing merchandise assortments throughout our stores and remodeling and refreshing our store environments to enhance the consumer's overall shopping experience. I congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion."

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