Former CEO of The Limited to lead Southwest Florida brand
Chico's FAS Inc. has recruited the CEO of a rival clothing chain to run its flagship brand business.
Chico's (NYSE: CHS), headquartered in Fort Myers, said D ane Ellis will be president of its Chico's brand, effective Nov. 1.
Ellis will oversee all business activities for Chico's and will report directly to Shelley Broader, president and CEO of Chico's FAS. Broader, a veteran Tampa Bay business leader, joined Chico's last year.
Ellis previously was CEO of Ms. The Limited, where she was instrumental...