Paul Fredrick appoints new CEO

American menswear brand Paul Fredrick has appointed Erica Lee as CEO.

Neal Black, former CEO of Paul Fredrick and Jos. A Bank, will continue to serve on the Paul Fredrick board.

Lee is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the apparel industry. Prior to joining Paul Fredrick, the executive most recently served at FullBeauty Brands, a direct-to-consumer portfolio of brands, where she led the Ellos, KingSize and Swimsuits For All brands during her tenure.

Prior to joining FullBeauty Brands, Lee held merchandising positions at Gap, Inc., where she began her career in the retail management training program, and at Coach, where she helped lead international development within the global merchandising team before becoming the head of retail merchandising in North America.

“We are thrilled and excited to welcome Erica to the Paul Fredrick team. With her strategic acumen and experience in both the apparel industry and DTC operating models, we believe she will bring dynamic leadership to a deep, experienced executive team,” said Jeff Manassero, a member of the Paul Fredrick board of directors.

“The future holds great promise for Paul Fredrick and Erica brings her vision to an iconic brand with a long history of delivering high-quality menswear.”

Founded some 40 years ago as a shirt manufacturer, Paul Fredrick now produces made-to-measure men’s clothing, including suits, shirts and smart casual wear.

“I am thrilled to join the Paul Fredrick team as CEO to continue building on the company’s long history as a brand for discerning men with an optimistic and creative sense of style,” said Lee.