Luxury lifestyle brand RH has announced the appointment of Lisa Chi as President and Co-Chief Merchandising & Creative Officer, marking her return to the company. Chi will report to RH Chairman and CEO Gary Friedman and will co-lead Product Development, Merchandising, Inventory Planning, Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Marketing across RH's physical, print, and digital platforms alongside Eri Chaya, current RH President, Co-Chief Merchandising & Creative Officer, and RH Board Member.
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'We are honoured to welcome Lisa back to Team RH as we continue to elevate and expand our product and platform,' said RH Chairman & CEO Gary Friedman. 'Lisa's accomplishments while at Arhaus were impressive as she led the merchandising organisation during a period of rapid growth, exceeding the billion-dollar mark during her tenure.'
Chi rejoins RH following her successful tenure at Arhaus, where she served as Chief Merchandising Officer. There, she oversaw Product Development, Merchandising, Inventory Planning, Sourcing, Quality, and Manufacturing, contributing significantly to the company's expansion and financial milestones.
'I'm thrilled to be rejoining Team RH,' said Lisa Chi. 'I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Gary, Eri, and the leadership team as we continue to build one of the most inspiring brands of our time.'
Prior to Arhaus, Chi held the role of Senior Vice President of Merchandising for Upholstery at RH, where she led multiple operational disciplines including Inventory Planning and Manufacturing. Her earlier career includes senior merchandising roles at Talbots, Kohl's, and Lucky Brand. She began her career at Gap Inc., where she spent a decade in merchandise leadership positions.
Chi is a graduate of Stanford University, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Policy.
Her appointment is seen as a strategic move to reinforce RH's continued focus on design excellence, brand expansion, and operational scale.
About RH
RH is a curator of design, taste, and style in the luxury lifestyle market. The company offers curated collections across its retail galleries, sourcebooks, and online platforms, including RH.com, RHModern.RH.com, RHBabyandChild.RH.com, RHTEEN.RH.com, and Waterworks.com.
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