Sears Canada Inc. Provides Updates to its Organizational Structure; Announces Executive Changes
In her role as President and Chief Merchant, Carrie Kirkman was brought aboard to focus on strategic brand partner development. Several new brands will make their debut in Sears Canada this fall. Ms. Kirkman's role will now transition to an advisory role, with continued focus on strategic brand partner development. Accordingly, following the end of the company's second fiscal quarter, she will transition away from her position with the company and as a Director but will continue to be available in an advisory capacity to further the Company's brand partner development. Becky Penrice, appointed as Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer in April, 2016, continues to drive a culture of innovation, speed, and teamwork. Ms. Penrice oversees all aspects of the business strategy by working with the company's senior leaders to deliver meaningful value companywide. Becky now has primary responsibility for the Sears 2.0 reinvention stores and is working with her head office colleagues, the store teams and other stakeholders to lead the successful execution of this transformation. Stephen Champion has been named Executive Vice-President, Real Estate and Strategic Opportunities. Stephen will have primary responsibility for the execution of the Real Estate workstream.