Tommy Hilfiger chairman to retire

11/04/2005

Tommy Hilfiger Corporation has announced that Joel Horowitz will retire from the company following the company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for October 31, 2005. Until such time, Mr. Horowitz will serve as non-executive chairman of the company's board of directors.

 

Mr. Horowitz was one of the founders of the company, and during his tenure he has held many positions, including executive chairman and CEO.

 

David F. Dyer, president and CEO, said, "Joel's contributions over the past years have been invaluable. His leadership, wisdom and foresight have been key to building the Tommy Hilfiger name into a globally recognised brand. I extend our sincere appreciation for his hard work, and have been grateful for his partnership as we position the company for its next phase of growth."

 

Tommy Hilfiger Corporation designs, sources and markets men's and women's sportswear, jeanswear and childrenswear under the Tommy Hilfiger trademarks.  The company also offers a broad array of related apparel, accessories, and footwear, fragrance and home furnishings around the world.