RAPAPORT... Frederick Goldman promoted Susan Chandler to senior vice president of merchandising and brand management. Chandler will continue to oversee product design and development and also now handle brand management.

Chandler, who has been vice president of merchandising and product development since joining the firm in March 2005, possesses over 15 years of product and brand development experience. She joined Frederick Goldman from Avon, where she worked as the director of jewelry and watches. Chandler also served as the corporate jewelry buyer for Mercantile Department Stores.

Jonathan Goldman of Frederick Goldman noted, “Susan has grown into this role, which is an important piece to our continued growth strategy. She will work closely with the executive management team to develop new ideas and strategies for advancing our current brands, as well as the development of new brand introductions.”

LH