Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) has hired Katie Anderson as executive vice president, chief financial officer, effective April 4, reporting to Geoffroy van Raemdonck, CEO, Neiman Marcus Group.

Anderson joins the company having led financial strategy and reporting at private and public companies. She was formally the CFO at Guess?, Inc. Before that, Anderson the CFO of California Pizza Kitchen and Sprinkles. Anderson started her career in investment banking at Citigroup, Inc. and then Moelis & Company.

Anderson will be responsible to drive all financial functions for Neiman Marcus as well as risk management, real estate, supply chain, and track progress towards the luxury retailer’s growth execution and strategy. Her hire comes at a time when the retailer continues to invest in digital-first, stores, data, technology, and supply chain.

“Katie’s accomplished background and financial acumen will guide NMG as we deliver against our key priorities to make life extraordinary for our customers, luxury brand partners and associates. I am confident that her experienced leadership in both public and private companies will be an asset to NMG as we evolve with a rapidly changing industry,” said van Raemdonck.

“I am thrilled to be joining Neiman Marcus Group at this exciting time,” said Anderson. “NMG’s financial strength and powerful brand positioning of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman as the integrated luxury retailer of choice speaks to their ongoing investments in their customers, luxury brand partners and associates. I look forward to working with this talented team to drive value creation for the company.”

NMG’s Interim CFO, Mark Weinstein, will transition from his role with the company following Anderson’s hire date.

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