IAC names Mindy Grossman as CEO of Retailing

17 Apr '06

2 min read

IAC/InterActiveCorp announced that Mindy Grossman has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of IAC Retailing.

In this role, Ms Grossman will oversee HSN, Cornerstone Brands, Shoebuy and IAC's international retailing operations.

Doug Lebda, IAC President and COO said, "Mindy Grossman is one of the leading talents in the industry, with proven success running multi-billion-dollar, multi-channel and direct-to-consumer businesses.”

"We are very pleased to have an executive of Mindy's caliber - she has outstanding instincts in merchandising and brand building and is a highly creative strategist, making her the right choice to lead IAC's retailing operations," Doug said.

"I believe interactivity is the future of retailing, and IAC is one of the few companies with the powerful combination of on-air, online and catalog brands through which to reach consumers," said Ms Grossman.

"It's an exciting time to join the company - I look forward to working with the team to hone the core strengths of the flagship HSN business, leverage the multi- channel opportunities and further build these outstanding brands," she added.

Ms Grossman brings more than 28 years of experience in the apparel industry, and since 2000 has served as VP and head of Nike's $4 billion global apparel business. Prior to Nike, she served as President and CEO at Polo Jeans Company. She also worked as VP of New Business at Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation, as President of the Chaps Ralph Lauren division at Warnaco's Menswear division, and as VP of Sales and Merchandising at Tommy Hilfiger.

IAC operates leading and diversified businesses in sectors being transformed by the internet, online and offline... our mission is to harness the power of interactivity to make daily life easier and more productive for people all over the world.

IAC/InterActiveCorp

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