Turney to Run Nieman Marcus’ Online Business

Sharen Jester Turney has been given responsibility for the Neiman Marcus Group’s online business. Turney will continue to serve as president and CEO of the Irving, TX-based retailer’s NM Direct, its direct marketing operations.

The addition responsibilities consolidate direction of the company’s 24/7 telemarketing center and 530,000 square foot warehouse and distribution center under her watch.

Turney will continue to report to Burton M. Tansky, president and chief operating officer of The Neiman Marcus Group. She joined the direct marketing division in December 1997 as executive vice president, responsible for all merchandising, creative production, advertising and public relations activities, and was promoted to her current position in March 1999.