Blair Corporation adds Jerel Hollens to Board of Directors

25 Feb '06

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Blair Corporation, a national catalog and multi-channel direct marketer of women's and men's apparel and home products, has announced the appointment of Jerel Hollens, an independent consultant, as a new Director of the Board.

The addition of Hollens increases the number of board members from eight to nine following a number of retirements over the past year.

Before recently establishing himself as an independent consultant, Hollens was Senior Vice President, Supply Chain, for Dick's Sporting Goods. During his time in that position, he developed a comprehensive supply chain strategy to serve the company's 235 stores and accommodate an average growth of 50 stores each year.

Previously, Hollens served as VP, Business Design at Gap Inc, where he was responsible for leading a cross- functional team implementing business best practices. He has applied his expertise in supply chain management at several previous positions, including: VP, Supply Chain, at Toys R Us, Babies R Us, Toys R Us.com; VP, Merchandise Planning and Allocation, at Kids R Us, Babies R Us; and VP, Planning and Allocation, at the May Company.

Craig Johnson, Blair Corporation Board Chairman, in announcing the appointment, said, "Jerel's expertise in supply chain management is a key asset which he brings to our Board as is his broad experience in senior positions in other companies with diverse responsibilities. His input will be important as Blair moves into the future and positions itself for renewed corporate growth."

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