Iconix appoints Sue Gove to its Board of Directors

Iconix Brand Group has appointed Sue Gove as an Independent Director of the company, effective immediately. Gove will also serve on the company\'s Audit Committee.

“We welcome Sue to the Board and are pleased to have attractedsuch a strong and talented new member,” said Neil Cole, Chairman and CEO of Iconix Brand Group, adding, “Sue's extensive experience in merchandising, finance and M&A will add a valuable perspective, and we look forward to her contribution to the company.”

Gove is an international retail senior executive with both public and private company board experience. She most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of Golfsmith International and was instrumental in improving the firm's revenue and increasing profitability. She led the Golfsmith-Golf Town merger, integrating the two firms and positioning the company for growth. Prior to Golfsmith International, she worked as an independent consultant, serving specialty retail and private equity clients.

Gove began her career as an accountant with Zale Corporation, America's largest specialty jewelry retailer, holding various roles during her 25-year tenure including EVP and Chief Operating Officer. She has also been an Independent Director of AutoZone since 2005, and has also served on the Boards of Golfsmith International and Zale Corporation.