According to CNBC, Lululemon named Athleta CEO Maggie Gauger as president and chief product officer, effective later this month, and said the role is newly created. The company also appointed Joseph Godsey as chief operating officer, while chief brand and product activation officer Nikki Neuburger and chief supply chain officer Ted Dagnese will leave in November to pursue other opportunities. Lululemon said it is also looking for a chief brand officer, a chief communications officer and a chief technology officer. In a statement, CEO Heidi O'Neill said the company is building a more coordinated leadership team centered on product, design and innovation. Gap confirmed that Gauger has left Athleta and said Erika Everett, the brand's current chief marketing officer, will serve as interim brand CEO.
