Neiman Marcus Group

This May, we’ve celebrated Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time to recognize and appreciate the range of perspectives and experiences within the AANHPI community. Throughout the month, we’ve connected with some of our AANHPI associates to amplify their voices and understand what this month means to them. For our second spotlight of AANHPI Heritage Month, we heard from Stefanie Tsen Ward, Nabil Aliffi, and Katie Reynolds, who shared their thoughts on the importance of this month and celebrating their heritage. 

Last Sunday, a team of Bergdorf Goodman associates assembled in Central Park for the 39th annual AIDS Walk New York, the world’s largest single-day fundraising event for HIV/AIDS. Captained by Men’s Store Director, Dan Dean, Team BG came together to raise over $25,000—beating their 2023 record of $16,000! Funds raised will benefit GMHC, the nation’s leading provider of HIV/AIDS care, prevention services, and advocacy. Events like these exemplify our associates’ commitment to Leading with Love and giving back to our communities and one another.

NMG is committed to empowering the next generation and influencing positive change in our industry. As the academic year draws to a close, our Chief Communications Officer, Tiffin Jernstedt, and the NMG Communications team recently hosted a virtual networking event tailored to students ranging from high school to master program-level in college. Joining as special guests were our Director of Talent Acquisition, Carolyn Attar, and Director of Strategy & Analytics, Jonathan Hall, who shared their HR expertise.     The session was an engaging forum for discussing the industry's current landscape, exploring job market trends, and providing invaluable advice for graduating students. Our teams shared numerous key insights with over 40 soon-to-be graduates from 10+ colleges, including our Fashion Scholarship Fund x NMG Scholars, offering them valuable perspectives as they embark on their professional journey.

We were saddened to learn of the passing of Bruce Nordstrom earlier this week. Neiman Marcus Group extends our deepest condolences to the Nordstrom family and the entire team. The fashion industry is an incredible community rooted in shared respect and passion. Like Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, Nordstrom is a company built on the foundation of family-led leadership. Bruce’s legacy leaves an indelible mark on all of us who strive to uphold the traditions and values that define our brands.

NMG has a meaningful year-round commitment to support the LGBTQ+ community through our partnership with the Human Rights Campaign and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. Now through July 31, we are proud to highlight our point-of-sale fundraising campaign, empowering the next generation of LGBTQ+ leaders at Historically Black Colleges and Universities by funding leadership development opportunities, support programs, and inclusive communities.    At NMG, we are committed to cultivating a culture of Belonging that is welcoming to all. In addition to advocating for LGBTQ+ equality in our communities across the U.S., we work to ensure that our business practices reflect our commitment to providing a fair and inclusive workplace for all individuals. We are proud to maintain a 100 on the HRC Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index, earning us the distinct honor of being a Best Place to Work For LGBTQ+ Equality. Join us in making a difference by donating at checkout in your local Neiman Marcus store or online: https://lnkd.in/eFkYbEjv

Bill Bine has been appointed Chief Supply Chain Officer, NMG, overseeing our Supply Chain and Group Operations teams. A seasoned leader, Bill brings 20+ years of executive experience in enterprise transformation, inventory optimization, operations, sourcing, logistics, fulfillment, transportation, and distribution. His leadership will play a critical role in ongoing investments in our supply chain that will continue to enhance the customer experience. Bill will continue to drive strategic decision-making as a member of our NMG leadership team.

Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills recently debuted a full renovation of its shoe salon—officially becoming our largest footwear department with over 7,000 sq. ft. of shoes. The project is one of many store renovations we have planned in support of our growth strategy to Revolutionize Luxury Experiences. The updated salon is a thoughtfully designed environment that elevates the in-store shopping experience by offering inviting spaces and delivering next-level service to our discerning customers.     Read more in Footwear News: https://lnkd.in/epRY-zJB 

In collaboration with our Abilities Associate Community Network, we are proud to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day to highlight the importance of digital access and inclusion for the over one billion people living with disabilities worldwide. We are proud to partner with Disability:IN, leveraging the Disability Equality Index to take actionable steps toward greater inclusion and equality. We remain committed to cultivating a culture of Belonging by advancing disability inclusion and accessibility for our associates, customers, brand partners, and communities. 

Our CEO, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, recently spoke at the WWD Sustainability Summit to highlight our ESG strategy, Our Journey to Revolutionize Impact, and the progress we’ve made toward our strategic goals just 3.5 years into our journey. Geoffroy shared more on how NMG is leveraging our relationships with our associates, brand partners, and customers to revolutionize impact not just within our direct operations, but across the fashion industry.    To learn more about our ESG journey and how we’re driving engagement and scaling change through our relationships with our brand partners, watch the full session here: https://lnkd.in/dzhKdqgq

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the important role the AANHPI community has played in our shared history. In observation of this month, we’re connecting with AANHPI associates across Neiman Marcus Group to uplift their voices and hear why this month is so important.     For our first spotlight of the month, we connected with Yumi Shin, Aria Ponder, and Stephen Flores to discuss their heritage and what this month means to them.