Aeropostale, Inc. Announces Addition to Its Board of Directors.Business Editors NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 2004 Aeropostale, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : ARO), a mall-based specialty retailer of casual and active apparel for young women and men, today announced that Robert B. Chavez, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hermes Hermes, in Greek religion and mythology Hermes, in Greek religion and mythology, son of Zeus and Maia. His functions were many, but he was primarily the messenger of the gods, particularly of Zeus, and conductor of souls to Hades. of Paris Inc., has been appointed to the Aeropostale Board of Directors. Hermes of Paris is one of the world's leading upscale accessories brands known for its fine selection of scarves scarves n. A plural of scarf1. scarves Noun a plural of scarf1 , ties, fragrances and home products. Mr. Chavez joined Hermes of Paris Inc., as President and Chief Executive Officer in August 2000 and oversees all of Hermes U.S. retail and wholesale divisions. Prior to Hermes of Paris Inc., Mr. Chavez served as Chief Executive Officer of Etienne Aigner from 1992 to 2000, a manufacturer and retailer of women's shoes and accessories. Prior to then, Mr. Chavez held various positions from 1986 to 1992 at R.H. Macy & Co., Inc., most recently as President of Merchandising merchandising Element of marketing concerned especially with the sale of goods and services to customers. One aspect of merchandising is advertising, which aims to capture the interest of the segment of the population most likely to buy the product. . Julian R. Geiger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said, "Bob's appointment represents a meaningful addition to our Board of Directors. He brings tremendous leadership, having served in a number of top management positions with several of the world's best-known consumer brands. We look forward to Bob's insight and direction, and believe his experience will be invaluable to Aeropostale." About Aeropostale, Inc. Aeropostale, Inc. (www.aeropostale.com) is a mall-based specialty retailer of casual apparel and accessories that targets both young women and young men aged 11 to 20. The company provides customers with a selection of high-quality, active-oriented, fashion basic merchandise in a high-energy high-energy adj. 1. Of or relating to elementary particles with energies exceeding hundreds of thousands of electron volts. 2. Yielding a large amount of energy upon undergoing chemical reaction. 3. Vigorous; dynamic. store environment. The company maintains complete control over the proprietary brand by designing and sourcing all of its own merchandise. Aeropostale products can be purchased only in its stores, which sell Aeropostale merchandise exclusively. The first Aeropostale store was opened in 1987. The company currently operates 489 stores in 42 states. Special Note: Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995: Except for historical information contained herein, the statements made in this release constitute forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the company's strategic direction, prospects and future results. Certain factors, including factors outside of our control, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These factors include the company's ability to implement its growth strategy successfully, changes in consumer fashion preferences, economic and other conditions in the markets in which we operate, competition, seasonality and the other risks discussed in the company's Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. for the year ended January 31, 2004 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which discussions are incorporated in this release by reference. |
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