Lands' End expands board, appoints new director

In a recent development, Lands' End, Inc. (NASDAQ:LE), a prominent family clothing retailer with a market capitalization of $417 million, announced an expansion of its Board of Directors. According to InvestingPro data, the company's stock has shown significant volatility, with a 45% gain over the past year despite a 24% decline in the last six months. On January 22, 2025, the company's board increased from six to seven members with the appointment of Gordon Hartogensis as a new director, effective immediately.

The company, headquartered in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, stated that Hartogensis's selection as a director was not based on any prior arrangements or understandings with other individuals. He will join both the Compensation Committee and the Audit Committee of the Board. While the company faces current profitability challenges, InvestingPro analysis indicates analysts expect a return to profitability this fiscal year, with a forecasted EPS of $0.42.

According to the press release statement, Hartogensis will receive compensation in line with the existing Director Compensation Policy of Lands' End, which applies to all non-employee directors. The company has not disclosed any related party transactions involving Hartogensis that would require reporting under SEC regulations.

Lands' End, incorporated in Delaware and known for its retail family clothing stores, operates under the SIC code 5651. The company maintains a healthy financial position with a current ratio of 1.74, indicating strong liquidity to meet short-term obligations. The company's fiscal year ends on January 31, and it is registered with the IRS under the number 36-2512786.

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This announcement follows the requisite filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. The information is based on the 8-K filing, which is a standard form used by companies to notify investors of significant events that may affect their ownership or share values.

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