Kohl’s Board Chair Exits

Kohl’s board chair exits

John Schlifske announced his retirement and director Wendy Arlin has stepped into the role.

John Schlifske steps down from chairman of Kohl's board

John Schlifske stepped down from his position of chairman of the board of directors for Kohl's Corp. due to "personal reasons."

Kohl’s Corp. Installs a New Chairman

Wendy C. Arlin, formerly with Bath & Body Works and L Brands, moves into the top board role.

Kohl's Announces Board Chair Transition, New Director

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Kohl's board chairman John Schlifske steps down

Former Northwestern Mutual chief executive officer John Schlifske, who has also served on the board for Menomonee Falls-based Kohl’s since 2011 and as board chair since May of 2025, is retiring from the board, the company announced today. He retired as CEO of Northwestern Mutual at the end of 2024. “It has been an honor […]