TECHNOLOGY

Retail Veteran Lana Cain Krauter Joins Simparel Board

New York–based Simparel Inc. named Lana Cain Krauter to its board of directors. Krauter’s résumé includes holding executive positions at JCPenney, Sears, Bealls and Goody's during her more than 30-year career in retail.

“Ms. Krauter brings a wealth of knowledge in retail merchandising, fashion and branding that will enhance our continued expansion and growth,” said Renee Aguiar-Lucander, Simparel chairman, in a statement.

At Sears, Krauter held a number of positions, including president of apparel and executive vice president of men’s and children’s apparel. Currently she is an independent director for two retailers and works as an adviser to senior retail executives.

Designed for the soft-goods industries—including apparel, footwear, accessories and home furnishings—Simparel provides Fashion ERP (enterprise resource planning), PLM (product lifecycle management) and Shop Floor Control software solutions. For more information, visit www.simparel.com.