Australian-born footwear retailer Frankie4 has appointed Hilary McMillan as the new group CEO.
McMillan has been with Frankie4 for over a decade as the company’s chief operating officer and as brand officer. She began with the footwear label as a human resource manager amid its launch in 2010.
Co-founder Caroline McCulloch said she has confidence in McMillan as group CEO.
"Hilary possesses all the skills, passion, and vision to take Frankie4 to the next level,” McCulloch said. “After 13 years, she has not only seen the company grow from a startup, but she has been integral to helping us navigate hurdles and key to executing the strategic plans that have gotten us to where we are today.”
The announcement comes as Frankie4 opens its tenth global store in Canberra, and has added new partnerships with retail giants Nordstrom and J.Jill in 2023.
Frankie4 is also in the process of applying for B Corp certification.
“Taking on this responsibility within a business that's close to my heart is not something I take lightly,” McMillan said. “We have an amazing team behind us at FRANKIE4, and with the support of the Board of Directors, I have no doubt that we will accomplish the goals we have in place.
“Frankie4 will continue pushing boundaries while delivering the same high-quality service and cutting-edge innovations we have come to expect and rely upon.”
For FY23, the global private equity-backed reported $50 million in total sales for FY23
The brand has a workforce of over 200 employees worldwide, which also includes one store in Seattle, Washington State.