Hibbett Sports long-time Chairman and CEO Mickey Newsome will give up the CEO’s job and be replaced by the chain’s Chief Operating Officer Jeffry O. Rosenthal. Newsome will become executive chairman. Both moves are effective March 15, 2010.
“I am pleased to announce Jeff Rosenthal has been named Chief Executive Officer of the company,” said Newsome. “I have worked closely with Jeff over the last 12 years; first in his role as vice president of merchandising and marketing, and most recently as president and COO. His extraordinary leadership and 29 years experience in the sporting goods industry have been key contributors to the success and growth of Hibbett Sports. As Executive Chairman, I look forward to working with Jeff as we continue to add value for both our shareholders and our associates.”
