Richard Baker
Former Executive Chairman, Saks Global
A veteran retailer and savvy businessman since high school, Baker led the highly anticipated acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group and established Saks Global.
Hudson's Bay Sells Lord & Taylor Building to WeWork to Cut Debt
WeWork will pay $850 million for the Fifth Avenue flagship, as the Canadian retail group faces pressure from investors to cut debt.
Hudson's Bay Sells Lord & Taylor Building to WeWork to Cut Debt
WeWork will pay $850 million for the Fifth Avenue flagship, as the Canadian retail group faces pressure from investors to cut debt.
Hudson’s Bay Company CEO Jerry Storch Is Leaving
Executive chairman Richard Baker will step in to lead the department store group as it continues on a cost-cutting transformation plan.
Hudson’s Bay Company CEO Jerry Storch Is Leaving
Executive chairman Richard Baker will step in to lead the department store group as it continues on a cost-cutting transformation plan.
Should Hudson's Bay Sell Saks Fifth Avenue?
Less than two months after the Canadian department store group announced a cost-cutting restructuring, rowdy activist investor Jonathan Litt is pushing the board to take more drastic action in confronting its challenges.
Should Hudson's Bay Sell Saks Fifth Avenue?
Less than two months after the Canadian department store group announced a cost-cutting restructuring, rowdy activist investor Jonathan Litt is pushing the board to take more drastic action in confronting its challenges.
Hudson’s Bay Company Announces 2,000 Job Cuts, Including Senior Management
The Canadian-American department store conglomerate is flattening its hierarchy across businesses, realising more than $350 million in annual savings when the changes are fully implemented.
Hudson’s Bay Company Announces 2,000 Job Cuts, Including Senior Management
The Canadian-American department store conglomerate is flattening its hierarchy across businesses, realising more than $350 million in annual savings when the changes are fully implemented.
News Bites | Neiman Marcus Still Searching for a CFO, Amazon Fashion Names New President
In today's News Bites, the Neiman Marcus Group names Dale Stapleton as its new interim chief financial officer, while Amazon appoints Christine Beauchamp president of its fast-growing fashion division.
News Bites | Neiman Marcus Still Searching for a CFO, Amazon Fashion Names New President
In today's News Bites, the Neiman Marcus Group names Dale Stapleton as its new interim chief financial officer, while Amazon appoints Christine Beauchamp president of its fast-growing fashion division.
Report: Hudson's Bay Taps Debt Adviser To Review Neiman Marcus Bid
The move is the clearest indication yet that Neiman Marcus' $4.7 billion debt pile poses significant challenges to a merger with Hudson's Bay.
Report: Hudson's Bay Taps Debt Adviser To Review Neiman Marcus Bid
The move is the clearest indication yet that Neiman Marcus' $4.7 billion debt pile poses significant challenges to a merger with Hudson's Bay.
How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?
How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?
Hudson's Bay Shares Soar to 16 Month-High on Real Estate IPO
Canada's oldest retailer had its biggest gain in 16 months after it signalled it may take its real estate assets public, unlocking value for the company as same-store sales decline.
Hudson's Bay Shares Soar to 16 Month-High on Real Estate IPO
Canada's oldest retailer had its biggest gain in 16 months after it signalled it may take its real estate assets public, unlocking value for the company as same-store sales decline.
A Neiman-Saks Merger Would Create Luxury Empire at Risky Moment
The prospect of unifying Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus has brought hope and fear to investors.
A Neiman-Saks Merger Would Create Luxury Empire at Risky Moment
The prospect of unifying Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus has brought hope and fear to investors.
How Neiman Marcus Readied Itself for Potential Sale
The Dallas-based retailer restructured its considerable debt to appeal to buyers after yet another disappointing quarter.
How Neiman Marcus Readied Itself for Potential Sale
The Dallas-based retailer restructured its considerable debt to appeal to buyers after yet another disappointing quarter.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
