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title: "Victoria’s Secret Welcomes New Talent to Board"
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description: "Victoria’s Secret & Co. announced the appointment of Gerri Martin-Flickinger to its Board of Directors, effective September 14. A former Starbucks executive with extensive technology and digital transformation expertise, Martin-Flickinger joins following a comprehensive search. Board Chair Donna James highlighted her alignment with the company's strategic priorities in AI, digital commerce, and cybersecurity. The announcement coincided with VSXY shares gaining 33 cents to open at $88.96."
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# Victoria’s Secret Welcomes New Talent to Board

Victoria’s Secret & Co. (NYSE: VSXY) today announced the appointment of Gerri Martin-Flickinger to its Board of Directors, effective September 14.  
Martin-Flickinger, who previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Starbucks, is a technology and digital transformation leader with decades of experience driving innovation across global consumer and technology companies.

While at Starbucks, she led the company’s global technology strategy and transformed its technology organization into a scaled, cloud-based ecosystem supporting customer experience, retail operations, and enterprise capabilities.

Martin-Flickinger’s appointment follows a comprehensive search disclosed by the Board in May 2026 and conducted with the assistance of a nationally recognized executive search firm.

Donna James, Chair of the Board, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Gerri to the Victoria’s Secret Board. Gerri brings strong expertise at the intersection of technology, artificial intelligence, digital commerce, and consumer retail – capabilities that directly align with our Path to Potential strategy. Her proven track record of leveraging technology to deepen customer engagement, accelerate omnichannel innovation, strengthen cybersecurity, and drive business transformation will be invaluable as we continue to execute our strategy and create value for shareholders. 

Together with the recent appointment of Chief Technology Officer Adrian Butler, Gerri’s addition to the Board reflects the Company’s commitment to evolving its leadership, governance, and technology expertise in support of its strategic priorities and long-term growth.”

VSXY shares gained 33 cents to begin Thursday at $88.96.

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