Family Dollar appoints new home merchant

HTT Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 8/24/2012 12:19:32 PM

Matthew, N.D. - Family Dollar has promoted Holly Shaskey-Platek to senior vp - merchandising for the home, apparel and seasonal divisions. She reports to Paul White, executive vp - chief merchandising officer.
She joined Family Dollar in 2008 as a consultant on change management leadership. Prior to that, Shaskey-Platek spent 25 years in retailing. She held positions at Target and ShopNBC in men's apparel and private brand development as well as assortment planning.
"Capitalizing on a greater share of customers' discretional needs is critical to our ability to increase the sales productivity of our stores and to grow our market share," said White. "Under Holly's leadership, we will continue to focus on assortment, merchandise presentation and promotion, supplier relationships, and business capabilities."