J.Jill, Inc. announced the appointment of Mary Ellen Coyne as its new Chief Executive Officer and President, effective May 1, 2025. Ms. Coyne will also join the company's Board of Directors upon assuming her new role. This appointment follows the previously announced retirement of current CEO Claire Spofford, who will step down on April 30, 2025.
Mary Ellen Coyne brings over three decades of executive experience in the retail sector, having held senior leadership positions at various fashion and lifestyle brands. Most recently, she served as CEO of J.McLaughlin, where she revitalized the brand and drove significant growth in sales and profitability. Her leadership at J.McLaughlin included expanding the retail footprint, enhancing e-commerce capabilities, and elevating product offerings.
Michael Rahamim, Chairman of the Board, stated that Ms. Coyne's extensive experience and proven track record of driving growth and strategic transformation make her the ideal leader for J.Jill's next phase. Ms. Coyne expressed her honor to join J.Jill, aligning with her passion for creating meaningful customer experiences and building on the brand's heritage for future growth.
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