Pendleton Woolen Mills has appointed Jennifer Ingraffea, a former executive at Nike and The North Face, as its new CEO. She succeeds John Bishop, who announced his plans to retire in February.
Ingraffea has most recently served as chief product and merchandising officer at The North Face since October 2020. Previously, she had an 18-year career at Nike, including roles as global VP, Kids Footwear Product Merchandising; VP, North America Merchandising; and VP, Global Merchandising Athletic Training.
Ingraffea becomes the Portland-based business’ third external CEO in its long-standing, family-led history. Bishop, a fifth-generation family member, will remain as CEO through July to work with Ingraffea, at which point he will transition to chairman of the board.
“We set a high bar for this search and are excited to have exceeded it,” said Bishop. “From our earliest conversations, it was clear Jenn’s magnetic presence, her leadership style grounded in mentorship and her ability to unite teams around a shared vision made her a natural fit for Pendleton. Jenn brings a decades-long career rooted in global product merchandising, and we look forward to her leading us in delivering compelling, market-relevant products to our customers.”
Founded in 1863, Pendleton has evolved from a textile manufacturer to an iconic U.S. brand known for its woolen blankets and throws, knits, and shirts.
“When I moved to the Pacific Northwest over two decades ago, Pendleton was one of the first brands that caught my attention. The history, legacy and unparalleled craftsmanship drew me in immediately,” Ingraffea said. “Now, I have the incredible opportunity to help shape its next chapter, to guide the brand toward the full promise of its potential.”
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