Lululemon hires Athleta CEO as chief product officer in leadership overhaul

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Lululemon hires Athleta CEO as chief product officer in leadership overhaul
  • Lululemon announced Maggie Gauger, Athleta CEO, as president and chief product officer, a newly created role, effective later in October 2026.
  • Lululemon appointed Joseph Godsey as chief operating officer.
  • Chief brand and product activation officer Nikki Neuburger and chief supply chain officer Ted Dagnese are leaving the company in November 2026.
  • Gap confirmed Gauger has left Athleta, and Erika Everett, the brand's chief marketing officer, will oversee the brand CEO role on an interim basis.
  • The changes follow Heidi O'Neill taking over as Lululemon CEO last month after more than a year of disappointing sales during a proxy battle.
  • Lululemon is also searching for a chief brand officer, a chief communications officer and a chief technology officer.

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“We are establishing a deeply experienced leadership team that will work in a more coordinated manner, aligned around the strategy and execution that delivers the most impact for our guests, our communities, and our business”— Heidi O'Neill

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