FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tailored Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) today announced Scott Vifquain as its Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Scott joins Tailored Brands with extensive technology and retail experience as well as a proven track record of transforming business operations and identifying and introducing first-in-class enterprise solutions that improve digital profitability, bolster operational outcomes and drive sustained growth. Scott’s extensive leadership experience also includes building, developing and retaining high-performing teams. He will serve on the Tailored Brands’ Executive Committee and have responsibility for accelerating the Company’s technology strategy.
“We are delighted to welcome Scott to the team during a time when we’re experiencing such strong momentum and promise for the future,” said Bob Hull, interim co-CEO of Tailored Brands. “As a distinguished retail technology expert, Scott understands the unique challenges and opportunities of the ever-evolving retail environment and has proven his ability to identify and action opportunities that lead to strong performance and results. Scott joins us with more than 25 years of technology experience across internal business and consulting roles, which has given him a unique perspective of the landscape. We are confident that he will be instrumental in advancing our technology capabilities and driving our business performance.”
Peter Sachse, interim co-CEO of Tailored Brands, added, “The retail experience Scott brings will provide a unique outlook as we pursue new ways to understand and meet consumers’ needs—fulfilling our promise to show up strong in all the moments that matter and further accelerating our success. We are extremely excited for this seasoned leader to join our team.”
Scott most recently served as the Senior Vice President, Technology of Kohl’s, Inc., during which he played a pivotal role in a strategic transformation to accelerate the company’s digital culture and increase its return on technology. He also led the company’s e-commerce innovation through machine learning and a successful ERP implementation and introduced new customer-facing technology capabilities.
“I am thrilled to be joining this team at such an influential moment in the Company’s history,” Mr. Vifquain stated. “The investments Bob and Peter have already been making to enhance Tailored Brands’ technology are a great indication of their commitment to the Company’s growth and its promise, and I’m looking forward to diving right in to accelerate that progress.”
About Tailored Brands, Inc.
Tailored Brands is a leading omnichannel specialty retailer of menswear, including suits, formalwear and a broad selection of business casual offerings. We help our customers look and feel their best by delivering personalized products and services through our convenient network of stores and e-commerce sites. Our brands include Men's Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank, Moores Clothing and K&G Fashion Superstore.
For additional information on Tailored Brands, please visit the Company’s websites at www.tailoredbrands.com, www.menswearhouse.com, www.josbank.com, www.mooresclothing.ca, and www.kgstores.com.
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