US designer and wholesaler of branded apparel, footwear and accessories Jones Apparel Group, Inc. has appointed Efthimios P. Sotos as chief financial officer of the company, reporting to Peter Boneparth, chief executive officer. Wesley Card, who has held the dual position of chief operating and financial officer since 2002, will continue in the role of chief operating officer.

In addition, Patrick Farrell has been named executive vice president - corporate controller, and will report to Thimio Sotos.

Thimio Sotos most recently served as executive vice president - treasurer, strategic and financial planning.