Stage Stores, Inc. has appointed Robert Bernard as president and COO of its South Hill Division, which is headquartered in South Hill, Virginia. Bernard succeeds Richard Maloney, who was appointed Chief Merchandising Officer of the company in February 2010.
“We are extremely pleased that Bob is bringing his retail leadership skills to our South Hill Division,” stated Andy Hall, president and CEO. “He is another significant talent addition to the Stage family.”
Bernard, 55, comes to Stage Stores from Ross Stores, where he was Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager. Bernard has over 30 years of retail experience, 20 of which were in senior executive merchandising positions at several Macy’s divisions. Bernard will report to Maloney, and will be responsible for all operations of the South Hill Division, including merchandising, planning and allocation, and store operations.
“I am confident that, based on Bob’s extensive retail skills and experience, he will be instrumental in the continued development, growth, and success of our South Hill Division,” stated Maloney.
Stage Stores operates 770 stores located in 39 states under the Bealls, Goody's,
Palais Royal, Peebles and Stage names. The South Hill Division operates 300 of
the company's stores in 24 states.
