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Citi Trends Appoints Ken Seipel As Interim CEO and David Makuen Steps Down

PUBLIC · CTRNMay 31, 2024•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Citi Trends

Ken Seipel
SavannahE CommerceFashionRetail

Description

Citi Trends, Inc. announced the appointment of Ken Seipel as the Company’s interim Chief Executive Officer, effective June 2, 2024. In connection with the appointment, David Makuen has stepped down as CEO and a member of the Board.

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Company

Citi Trends

Location

Savannah, Georgia, United States

About

Citi Trends is proud to be a high growth, publicly held specialty brand with a fleet of 600+ stores across 33 states. We are the leading specialty value store for African American and multicultural families with a rich history of bringing fresh and fashionable merchandise to our customers and the communities we serve. Our product offering includes the hottest brands and latest trends of clothing, shoes, accessories, home décor and so much more, making us a convenient one-stop shop for the entire family from infants to adults. Our world-class assortment of branded and private branded merchandise is showcased in an inviting store environment staffed by friendly associates. Citi Trends is not only an exciting place to shop, but it is also an exciting place to work. We are actively building our team of diverse leaders in a culture filled with passion, collaboration, agility and customer obsession. Our CITI LIFE values bring to the forefront the importance of community, respect, and inclusion in a fun, energetic atmosphere. There is a real opportunity to get ahead here. You can actually plan a path, follow it and get the support needed to build a career. We invite you to bring opportunities to life and apply today.

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