Ed Anderson Temporarily Resuming Executive Chairman Role
SAVANNAH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN) today announced the resignation of
Elizabeth R. Feher, the Company's Executive Vice President and Chief
Merchandising Officer.
David Alexander, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer,
stated, "We want to express our gratitude for Beth's valuable
contributions to our Company and the merchandising team over the last
3.5 years and wish her all the best in her future endeavors."
The Company also announced that Ed Anderson, the Company's Board
Chairman, will temporarily resume his previous role as Executive
Chairman and, in that capacity, oversee merchandising and marketing
while the Company undertakes a search for a new Chief Merchandising
Officer. "We appreciate Ed's willingness to step in and assist the
Company. We are confident that the Company will be able to focus fully
on its search for a new chief merchant knowing those operations are in
experienced, capable hands," Mr. Alexander said.
About Citi Trends
Citi Trends, Inc. is a value-priced retailer of urban fashion apparel
and accessories for the entire family. The Company operates 504 stores
located in 28 states. Citi Trends' website address is www.cititrends.com.
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Citi Trends, Inc.
Bruce Smith, 912-443-2075
Chief Financial
Officer
or
David Alexander, 912-443-3924
President and
Chief Executive Officer
Source: Citi Trends, Inc.
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