Jones Apparel makes senior appointment
17/12/2009
Clothing, footwear and accessories group Jones Apparel has announced that Stacy Lastrina has been promoted to the position of chief marketing officer.
Ms Lastrina, who previously served as the group's executive vice-president of marketing and creative services, will continue to report to president and chief executive officer, Wesley Card. She has 19 years' experience with Jones Apparel Group, having joined Nine West Group in 1991 as director of marketing. Jones acquired Nine West Group in 1999.
On announcing her promotion, Mr Card said: "Stacy is an exceptional marketing executive who brings a history of proven results and demonstrated leadership to this important role. She has been instrumental in many initiatives across the company, including the launch of JNY Signature, Rachel Rachel Roy, the development of Jones New York in the Classroom and Jones Apparel Group Green initiatives, and in other efforts to enhance our corporate social responsibility. Her energy, enthusiasm and creativity as well as her passion for all of Jones' brands are key drivers in our success. Stacy is an integral member of our management team and a strategic partner to all divisions. I congratulate her on this well-deserved promotion."