J.C. Penney's Michelle Wlazlo Talks Private Brands, Fall Plans

Between its bankruptcy, COVID-19 and the departure of its chief executive officer, J.C. Penney has had more than its share of disruption. "There's a nice drumbeat of new businesses and products to talk about," Michelle Wlazlo, Penney's executive vice president and chief merchant, told WWD. "The pace is thoughtful. We feel it's right." Efforts at introducing new private brands and refining existing ones continue "at a controlled pace," said Wlazlo.