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Gap Inc. Poaches Sephora Exec for Athleta’s New CEO

Dive Brief:
Gap Inc. on Tuesday announced the appointment of Mary Beth Laughton as president and CEO of its Athleta brand, according to a company press release.
Laughton will start her new position in late October and will report to …

By Devin Murphy
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Finding the Next U: An Investor’s Look at the DTC Landscape

There’s no formula for making the right investment, but a large market size and a brand with competitive advantages helps.

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By Devin Murphy
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Glossier Poaches Amazon Exec Melissa Eamer to Join the Beauty Company as Chief Operating Officer

KEY POINTS
Melissa Eamer has departed Amazon after 19 years to become COO at online beauty retailer Glossier.
Glossier recently secured $100 million in fresh funding, bringing its valuation to $1.2 billion.
CEO and founder Emily Weiss sees room for …
By Devin Murphy
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