Richard Dickson was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Gap Inc., a portfolio of iconic American fashion brands including Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta. Dickson, 55, brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Mattel, President and CEO of Branded Business for the Jones Group, and founder of Gloss.com, the first online retailer dedicated to high-end cosmetics.

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In a statement, Dickson said: “Gap Inc. is a portfolio of iconic brands, known for having defined American style with bold thinking and making quality fashion accessible to millions. But it’s the work ahead that excited me most the chance to work hand-in-hand with the team to evolve Gap Inc. for a new era.”

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Interim CEO Bobby Martin, who held the position for more than a year, will remain on the Board of Directors as Chairman, to ensure a smooth transition. Martin said: “Gap Inc. has a rich heritage with brands that have great meaning in people’s lives. Amidst a deliberate and thoughtful search process, it became clear that Richard (Dickson) is destined for his role at this moment. His experience as a proven transformational brand builder and belief in the proven power of inclusivity make him a perfect fit for the Gap Inc.”

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At Mattel, Dickson was the lead architect in a global transformation, invigorating the company’s brands including Barbie, Hot Wheels and Fisher Price, and restoring corporate growth. At the Jones Group, he led global design and development, including marketing and merchandising, and brought new relevance to dated fashion labels.

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Sources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/walterloeb/2023/07/31/richard-dickson-is-new-ceo-at-gap/