Women's specialty retailer Ann Taylor Stores Corporation announced that Michael Kingston has joined Ann Taylor as Chief Information Officer, reporting to Tony Romano, EVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer.
Kingston will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and tactical delivery of all information technology systems and solutions to support the company's business operations.
Kingston joins Ann Taylor from Coach Inc, where he was the VP of Applications, leading the company's initiatives in supply-chain and client management. Prior to joining Coach in 2003, he worked for LVMH Moet Hennessey Louis Vuitton, where he served as VP and CIO -- Shared Services and International Director of Information Services.
Ann Taylor is one of the country's leading women's specialty retailers, operating 824 stores in 46 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.