NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Jones Group Inc.
("Jones," the "Company") (NYSE: JNY) today announced the promotion
of Cynthia DiPietrantonio to Chief
Operating Officer, effective immediately. In this expanded
role, Ms. DiPietrantonio will oversee production in The Jones
Group's overseas facilities, including its production offices in
China and Hong Kong, in addition to her current
responsibilities overseeing the day-to-day operations of the
Company. Ms. DiPietrantonio, the senior-most operations executive,
has been with The Jones Group in several capacities over the past
30 years, most recently as Chief Operations Officer. She will
continue to report to Wesley R.
Card, Chief Executive Officer of The Jones Group.
"I am extremely proud to announce the well-deserved promotion of
such a talented and integral member of the Jones executive team,"
said Mr. Card. "This promotion comes at an important time, as
we continue to implement a seamless supply chain. Since her
appointment as Chief Operations Officer five years ago, Cindy has
proven herself to be an excellent manager and has been essential in
driving company-wide improvements, including enhancing efficiencies
in our distribution centers and implementing better buying and
planning processes. Cindy's nearly 30-year career at Jones is
a testament to her capabilities and our strategy of attracting and
retaining the best talent in the industry."
Ms. DiPietrantonio said: "It is a pleasure to continue on my
path at The Jones Group in the expanded role of COO. We
remain focused on enhancing speed to market, sourcing and supply
chain management and product development cycle times through proper
support systems and controls. I look forward to continuing to
execute our cost efficiency, inventory and synergy goals and
building on our strong position for growth."
About Cynthia
DiPietrantonio
Ms. DiPietrantonio's tenure at The Jones Group extends over 30
years, serving in various capacities of progressive
responsibility. She was named Chief Operations Officer of The
Jones Group in 2007 and oversees the day-to-day operations,
including Systems and Technology, Logistics and Operations,
Customer Service, Imports, Customs and Compliance, and
Distribution. She also oversees strategic relationships, including
third-party logistics and retail vendors. Ms.
DiPietrantonio's responsibilities include the development of
strategic supply chain initiatives for the Company, in
collaboration with senior management and the Board of Directors. As
COO, Ms. DiPietrantonio will also oversee domestic and
international production at all overseas facilities, including The
Jones Group's Hong Kong offices
and production offices in China.
In addition to her corporate responsibilities, Ms.
DiPietrantonio serves as Co-Chair and a member of the Board of
Directors of Voluntary Interindustry Commerce Solutions (VICS) and
as Co-Chair of VICS Item Level RFID Initiative (VILRI), the
industry-led initiative for use of radio-frequency identification
(RFID). She is a member of the Advisory Board for
Sheex, a luxury performance bedding manufacturer. She has
been an invited guest speaker at numerous professional and industry
conferences, including the National Retail Federation (NRF),
U-Connect and The Wharton Women Business Conference at The
University of Pennsylvania. Ms. DiPietrantonio is an active
member of Fortune's Most Powerful Women in Business. She
currently volunteers in several charitable and non-profit
programs.
About The Jones Group Inc.
The Jones Group Inc. (www.jonesgroupinc.com) is a leading global
designer, marketer and wholesaler of over 35 brands with product
expertise in apparel, footwear, jeanswear, jewelry and
handbags. The Jones Group has a reputation for innovation,
excellence in product quality and value, operational execution and
talent. The Company also markets directly to consumers
through branded specialty retail and outlet stores, through
concessions at upscale department stores and through its e-commerce
sites.
The Company's internationally recognized brands and licensing
agreements (L) include: Nine West, Jones New York, Anne Klein, Kurt
Geiger, Rachel Roy (L),
Robert Rodriguez, Robbi & Nikki,
Stuart Weitzman, Brian Atwood (L), Boutique 9, Easy Spirit,
Carvela, Gloria Vanderbilt, l.e.i.,
Bandolino, Enzo Angiolini, Nine
& Co., GLO, Joan & David, Miss KG, Kasper, Energie,
Evan-Picone, Le Suit, Mootsies
Tootsies, Grane, Erika, Napier, Jessica
Simpson (L), Givenchy (L), Judith
Jack, Albert Nipon,
Pappagallo and Rafe (L).
SOURCE The Jones Group Inc.