1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLWS), a leading provider of gifts that inspire customers to give more, connect more, and build stronger relationships, has announced that Bill Shea, the company’s Chief Financial Officer, will retire on December 29, 2024. The Board of Directors has named James Langrock as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective the same day.
Jim McCann, Chairman and CEO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc., expressed his gratitude for Shea’s three decades of service, noting his significant contributions during a period of substantial growth and transformation for the company. “Bill has been an invaluable partner and a tremendous asset to our company. We wish him all the best in his retirement,” McCann said.
McCann also congratulated Langrock on his upcoming role as CFO. “James has been a fantastic addition to our leadership team since he joined us, bringing extensive financial expertise to our company.”
Langrock joined 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. in April as Chief Administrative Officer, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his previous roles as CFO at several public and private companies, including Charcuterie Artisans, The Hain Celestial Group, and Monster Worldwide, Inc.
About 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc.
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is a leading provider of gifts designed to inspire customers to give more, connect more, and build stronger relationships. The company’s e-commerce platform features a family of brands, including 1-800-Flowers.com®, 1-800-Baskets.com®, Cheryl’s Cookies®, Harry & David®, PersonalizationMall.com®, Shari’s Berries®, FruitBouquets.com®, Things Remembered®, Moose Munch®, The Popcorn Factory®, Wolferman’s Bakery®, Vital Choice®, and Simply Chocolate®. Through its Celebrations Passport® loyalty program, offering free standard shipping and no service charge on eligible products, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. aims to deepen relationships with customers.
The company also operates BloomNet®, an international floral and gift industry service provider; Napco℠, a resource for floral gifts and seasonal décor; DesignPac Gifts, LLC, a manufacturer of gift baskets and towers; and Alice’s Table®, a lifestyle business offering digital floral, culinary, and other experiences nationwide. Recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. was also ranked among the top 5 on the National Retail Federation’s 2021 Hot 25 Retailers list and named to the Fortune 1000 list in 2022. The company’s shares are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol FLWS. For more information, visit 1800flowersinc.com.
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