Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Tony Spring is a seasoned retail executive with over 35 years of experience in the industry. He currently serves as the President and CEO of Macy's, a leading department store chain, where he is responsible for driving the company's strategic vision and overseeing its operations. Additionally, he holds the role of Chairman at the NRF Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the retail industry through research, education, and workforce development.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

President and CEO at Macy's (2024-02-01 to Present)

• Providing strategic leadership and oversight for Macy's nationwide operations, comprising over 500 stores and 130,000 employees

• Spearheading the company's digital transformation and omnichannel initiatives to enhance customer experience and drive revenue growth

• Fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration to position Macy's as a leading force in the evolving retail landscape

Chairman at NRF Foundation (2022-01-01 to Present)

• Guiding the strategic direction and initiatives of the NRF Foundation, a prominent non-profit focused on the retail industry

• Leveraging his extensive industry expertise to support the Foundation's mission of advancing retail through research, education, and workforce development

Advisory Board Member at Hospital for Special Surgery (2018-01-01 to Present)

• Providing strategic counsel and oversight to the Hospital for Special Surgery, a renowned orthopedic healthcare institution

• Leveraging his business acumen to advise on operational and financial matters, as well as support the hospital's growth and development

Board Member at Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) (2002-01-01 to Present)

• Serving on the board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to funding research and advocating for individuals with type 1 diabetes

• Contributing his leadership and expertise to support the Foundation's mission and drive its impact in the medical research and patient advocacy spheres

Career Progression

Prior to his current roles, Tony Spring held several senior leadership positions within the retail industry, including:

• President and CEO-Elect at Macy's (2023-03-01 to 2024-02-01)

• Executive Vice President at Macy's (2021-01-01 to 2023-03-01)

• Chairman and CEO at Bloomingdale's (2014-02-01 to 2023-01-01)

• President and COO at Bloomingdale's (2008-01-01 to 2014-01-01)

• Senior Executive Vice President of Stores at Bloomingdale's (2005-01-01 to 2008-01-01)

• Senior Executive Vice President, Marketing, Additional Responsibility For Website at Bloomingdale's (2003-01-01 to 2005-01-01)

• Senior Executive Vice President, Marketing at Bloomingdale's (1998-01-01 to 2003-01-01)

• Senior Vice President, Marketing at Bloomingdale's (1997-01-01 to 1998-01-01)

• Senior Vice President, Home Furnishings and Joined the Bloomingdale's Executive Committee at Bloomingdale's (1995-01-01 to 1997-01-01)

• DMM, Housewares and Food at Bloomingdale's (1992-01-01 to 1995-01-01)

• Buyer, Decorative Housewares at Bloomingdale's (1991-01-01 to 1992-01-01)

• Buyer, Cookware and Cutlery at Bloomingdale's (1990-01-01 to 1991-01-01)

• Department Manager, Housewares and Food at Bloomingdale's (1988-01-01 to 1989-01-01)

• Executive Trainee at Bloomingdale's (1987-01-01 to 1988-01-01)

Academic Background

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Areas of Expertise

• Retail industry expertise

• Strategic leadership and vision

• Omnichannel and digital transformation

• Operational excellence

• Talent development and team building

• Board-