KOHL’S CORP.: has named Kevin Mansell president and CEO, effective immediately. Mansell, 56, is responsible for the development and execution of strategic initiatives, day-to-day operations, and Kohl’s long term growth plan. His currently manages product development, logistics/store planning, merchandise planning, information systems, ecommerce, marketing and business development, and will take management of finance and store operations. He succeeds Larry Montgomery, 59, who will remain chairman of the board and will hold full time management responsibilities for the organization’s strategic growth and talent management initiatives.
CHEVRON: is dropping its NASCAR sponsorship after the 2008 season. It will end a 20-year relationship with NASCAR in favor of a more local and regional marketing strategy. Chevron has been a primary sponsor of the Chip Ganassi racing team and its star driver Juan Pablo Montoya.
