Kohl’s Announces Bruce Besanko as Chief Financial Officer
June 27 2017 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) today announced the appointment of Bruce H.
Besanko to the position of chief financial officer, reporting
directly to Kohl’s chairman, chief executive officer and president
Kevin Mansell.
Besanko, who will join Kohl’s on July 10, will have leadership
responsibility overseeing Kohl’s financial planning and analysis,
investor relations, financial reporting, accounting operations,
tax, treasury, non-merchandise purchasing, credit and capital
investment strategies.
“We’re excited to have Bruce join our team and believe that his
breadth of experience will be of great value to Kohl’s as we
continue to build our path forward,” said Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s
chairman, chief executive officer and president. “As an
instrumental leader at several large companies, Bruce has great
insights on how to help organizations move with the speed and
agility the business requires, while maintaining a financial
framework of operational excellence.”
“I’m looking forward to joining the Kohl’s team,” said Besanko.
“I have admired Kohl’s business model for years and am enthusiastic
about the future the company is creating, really differentiating
itself as a bright spot in retail. Kohl’s has an excellent
reputation in the financial community and I look forward to joining
the company.”
Besanko has more than 21 years of financial leadership
experience in retail. Most recently, Besanko spent four years with
SUPERVALU in financial leadership roles, including chief operating
officer and chief financial officer, as well as five years as chief
financial officer and chief administrative officer for OfficeMax.
In addition to his business experience, Besanko served 26 years in
the U.S. Air Force where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant
Colonel.
About Kohl’s
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading omnichannel
retailer with more than 1,100 stores in 49
states. With a commitment to inspiring and empowering families
to lead fulfilled lives, Kohl’s offers amazing national and
exclusive brands, incredible savings and an easy shopping
experience in our stores, online at Kohls.com and on
Kohl's mobile app. Throughout its history, Kohl's has given
nearly $600 million to support communities nationwide. For a
list of store locations or to shop online,
visit Kohls.com. For more information about Kohl’s impact
in the community and how to join our winning team,
visit Corporate.Kohls.com.
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