KnitWell Group

We are proud to announce that Lisa Pisano, Chief Revenue Officer, has been named to the board of Delivering Good. This organization is committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by poverty and tragedy by providing them with new merchandise. It is a combined effort of some of the top retailers, manufacturers, philanthropists and community leaders. And we know they will benefit greatly from Lisa’s 30-year career in retail and more than that, the generosity of her time, talents and spirit.   Congratulations, Lisa!

Congratulations to KnitWell Group’s Jaap van Riel who was recognized on Friday with a Boston ORBIE as the CIO of the Year for a Large Enterprise over $1 billion. The ORBIE Awards is the premier technology executive recognition program in the United States. The awards recognize chief information officers who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership. Finalists and winners are selected by an independent peer review process, led by prior ORBIE recipients, based upon: ·     Leadership and management effectiveness ·     Business value created by technology innovation ·     Engagement in industry and community endeavors When asked about the award, Japp answered as you would expect, “This is not my award. This award recognizes all the great work the KnitWell tech team has done for the last few years. I’m very proud of our team.” As they say in Jaap's native Dutch - Gefeliciteerd!

Congratulations to Kristine Murphy, Senior Vice President of Store Development and Real Estate, for being named one of Retail's Top Women in Store Development by Chain Store Age. https://lnkd.in/gurVDbGf

Last week, BCRF held its 18th annual Boston Hot Pink Party and raised more than $2.2 million for lifesaving research—a record! Lizanne Kindler, CEO and Executive Chair of KnitWell Group, was presented with the Carolyn Lynch Humanitarian Award for her deep commitment to breast cancer research, through partnerships between BCRF and Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots. Nancy Adams was honored with The Roslyn and Leslie Goldstein Unsung Hero Award, presented by Julie Joyal. Guests were treated to a special performance by iconic Broadway performer, Leslie Odom Jr. Special thanks to the Boston community and everyone involved for making the event a success. 📸 : Thanks to Michael Blanchard Photography

KnitWell Group Executive Chair and CEO, Lizanne Kindler, was honored with the Carolyn Lynch Humanitarian Award at the BCRF Boston Hot Pink Party. This is a wonderful recognition of a partnership that started with Ann Taylor and LOFT 20 years ago. Since that time, more than $67 million has been raised by the associates and customers of Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, and Talbots to fund life-changing research in the fight against breast cancer. At the event, Lizanne announced that ALL 8 KnitWell Group brands – Ann Taylor, Chico’s, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, and White House Black Market - will be participating in the campaign to support BCRF in October as part of the Sisterhood of Strength. The campaign will be supported in store, online, through PR and social media, and internally with our teams. Last year, we raised $5 million. This year, we are hoping to double that, and with the support of our 45,000 associates and more than 20 million active customers, we know we will! The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Ann Taylor LOFT Talbots Chico's FAS, Inc. Lane Bryant

Last night, KnitWell Group Executive Chair and CEO, Lizanne Kindler, was honored by the American Apparel and Footwear Association as the 2024 American Image Awards Person of the Year. This is an incredible recognition of a 30-year career spent in service to customers, mentoring countless associates, serving her community, and leading with grace. Congratulations, Lizanne! American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA)

Talbots Makes its Debut in Mexico!

Welcome to the family, Chico's, White House Black Market and Soma.

We are very proud of our Executive Chair and CEO, Lizanne Kindler, for being named as AAFA’s Person of the Year. This is incredible recognition for her more than 30 years of exceptional leadership and contributions to the industry

What a fabulous & festive evening celebrating our KnitWell Group family of brands! I always love showing the best of Ann Taylor & LOFT’s Holiday collections and seeing so many of our friends & supporters of the brands was the star on top of our tree! 🌟 Meredith Paley Melissa Kramer Sydney Hoover