Macy’s Inc. has announced that Shawn Outler has been named EVP, chief diversity officer, effective October 29. Outler was previously EVP, licensed businesses, food services and multicultural initiatives.
At Macy’s, diversity and inclusion is a priority and is critical to the company’s growth and success. Outler’s appointment as chief diversity officer advances the ongoing commitment to making Macy’s Inc. a company that reflects the diversity of its customers, its colleagues and the communities it serves.
In her new role, Outler will be the primary diversity and inclusion representative for Macy’s and will serve as the co-chair of the cross-functional diversity and inclusion business council, a group of cross-functional leaders throughout the organization who work to ensure that diversity and inclusion work is fully integrated into the business.
