SECAUCUS, N.J., Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Vitamin Shoppe,
Inc. (NYSE: VSI) an omni-channel, specialty retailer of nutritional
products, today announced that Andrew
Laudato has joined The Vitamin Shoppe as Executive Vice
President, Chief Technology Officer effective immediately.
Mr. Laudato brings to The Vitamin Shoppe over two decades of
experience and will have responsibility for Information Technology,
Enterprise Project Planning as well as Supply Chain.
Commenting on the appointment, Sharon
Leite, CEO stated, "We have enhanced our team with a proven
and recognized leader. Andy brings valuable experience and
expertise to this role and was chosen for his industry knowledge,
experience in company-wide technology transformations and his
collaborative approach to change. In this new role, Andy will
partner with leaders across the organization to help us innovate
and provide solutions to meet the rapidly changing expectations of
today's customer. His strong track record in managing
technology initiatives will be crucial to The Vitamin Shoppe's
success moving forward. We are thrilled to have a leader of
Andy's caliber joining The Vitamin Shoppe and look forward to
working with him."
Andy Laudato stated, "The digital
shopping landscape is continuously evolving, and brands and
retailers are challenged with keeping pace with changing consumer
behaviors and expectations. In an omni-channel world, seamlessly
integrating the supply chain with the in-store and digital shopping
experience is a top priority. I have had the opportunity to
work on many unique technology projects throughout my career and
The Vitamin Shoppe's clear purpose of connecting with its customers
sets it apart. I look forward to joining The Vitamin Shoppe and
working with the teams at such a pivotal time."
Mr. Laudato began his career as a computer programmer and has
been a Chief Information Officer for close to two decades.
For the past two years, Mr. Laudato was Chief Information Officer
at Brookdale Senior Living where he was a member of the executive
leadership team with responsibility for all aspects of technology
including back office, sales and marketing among other areas.
Prior to that he spent 15 years as Chief Information Officer at
Pier 1 where he led several key initiatives including creating and
executing a comprehensive IT and corporate strategy and led an
enterprise-wide process efficiency initiative. From 1990
through 2000, he was Director, Systems Development at Jo-Ann Stores
and held the same role at LBrands earlier in his career. Mr.
Laudato was past Chair of the National Retail Federation's (NRF)
CIO Council. Additionally, in 2016 he was recognized by the
NRF for his outstanding contributions to the retail industry.
He has a B.S. degree, Computer Information Systems from
DeVry Institute of Technology and a
Certificate in Leadership Excellence from Vanderbilt University.
About the Vitamin Shoppe, Inc. (NYSE:VSI)
The Vitamin Shoppe is an omni-channel, specialty retailer and
wellness lifestyle company based in Secaucus, New Jersey. In its stores and
on its website, the Company carries a comprehensive assortment of
nutritional solutions including: vitamins, minerals, specialty
supplements, herbs, sports nutrition, homeopathic remedies, green
living products, and natural beauty aids. In addition to
offering products from approximately 700 national brands, the
Vitamin Shoppe also carries products under The Vitamin Shoppe®,
BodyTech®, True Athlete®, MyTrition®, plnt®, ProBioCare®, and Next
Step® brands. The Vitamin Shoppe conducts business through
more than 775 company-operated retail stores under The Vitamin
Shoppe and Super Supplements retail banners, and through its
website, www.vitaminshoppe.com.
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