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\n\tLiz Rodbell has been named group president of Perry Ellis International, a new post.<\/p>\n
\n\tRodbell, who began this week, will be based in New York and will oversee key lifestyle divisions while driving long-term strategic growth and brand elevation across the portfolio. <\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cI have had the privilege of knowing Liz for more than 15 years, sharing both a valued personal friendship and a deeply collaborate business relationship,\u201d said Oscar Feldenkreis, chief executive officer and president of Perry Ellis International, which is headquartered in Miami. \u201cShe is a recognized powerhouse and widely respected leader in our industry. Liz\u2019s command of product, brand equity and retail dynamics will be instrumental in executing our strategic vision, accelerating divisional growth, and continuing the elevation of our global portfolio.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tRodbell brings an established track record of merchandising skills, retail transformation and brand leadership. <\/p>\n
\n\tMost recently, she was founder and principal adviser of LHR Advisors. Before that she was president and CEO of Hudson\u2019s Bay from December 2023 to June 2025 and earlier was group president of Steve Madden from 2018 to 2022.<\/p>\n
\n\tFrom 2013 to 2018, Rodbell was president of Lord & Taylor and Hudson\u2019s Bay and before that held posts such as executive vice president\/chief merchant, Lord & Taylor and Hudson\u2019s Bay, and executive vice president merchandising, Lord & Taylor. She joined Lord & Taylor as a dress buyer in 1985 and quickly rose through the ranks.<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cPerry Ellis International holds an enduring position across men\u2019s and women\u2019s lifestyle categories,\u201d said Rodbell. \u201cI look forward to partnering with Oscar, our divisional leaders, and the talented teams in New York and Miami to build upon the momentum of these iconic brands, strengthen our retail partnerships, and deliver compelling product strategies to today\u2019s consumer.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tRodbell will be responsible for such brands as Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, Laundry by Shelli Segal, and Rafaella. She reports to Feldenkreis, who is based in Miami.<\/p>\n
\n\tRodbell said that PEI is having some strong traction with its products and nice growth. \u201cPerry Ellis, the namesake of the company, is really driving tremendous business, and we want to grow the women\u2019s business. The Original Penguin is unique in its international presence and has opportunities too,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
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