Torrid Topic. (Retail).Tom Rail, who had been the senior vice president and general manager of Torrid, Hot Topic Inc.'s chain of stores selling large-size clothing, has resigned. "This is a mutual decision based on the demand of a start-up Start-up The earliest stage of a new business venture. concept and Tom's TOM'S Co., Ltd (株式会社トムス Kabushiki-gaisha Tomusu personal commitment," said Betsy McLaughlin Betsy McLaughlin (Born 1962 in Orange County, California) is the current CEO of Hot Topic, Inc. and founder of Torrid. She originally graduated from University of California, Irvine. , president and chief executive of the City of Industry-based company. McLaughlin Mc·Laugh·lin , John Born 1942. British jazz guitarist best known for his virtuosic playing and for his affinity for flamenco and Eastern music. will take over Rail's job until Torrid finds a new general manager. Torrid, which sells plus-size plus-size n. 1. An extra large or oversize clothing size, especially one for women's or children's clothing. 2. A garment of such a size. plus junior apparel, was launched last year. It 27 stores with plans to add another 25 stores next year. Separately, City of Industry-based Hot Topic reported third quarter net income of $10 million, compared with $8.5 million for the like period a year ago. Revenue rose 33 percent, to $122.6 million. The retailer had an especially strong back-to-school season. Staff reporter Deborah Belgum can be reached at (323) 549-5225 ext. 228, or at dbelgum@labusinessjournal.com. |
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