“We are thrilled to welcome Steve Preston as our incoming chair. His expertise and guidance will be instrumental in advancing the NRF Foundation's education and training programs.”
WASHINGTON – The NRF Foundation today announced a new chairman and one addition to its Board of Directors. The announcement was made following the organization’s winter board meeting in New York City, ahead of NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show and the NRF Foundation Honors.
Macy’s, Inc. Chairman and CEO Tony Spring concluded his term as chair of the NRF Foundation Board of Directors and is succeeded by Goodwill Industries International President and CEO Steve Preston. Spring will remain on the NRF Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
"We are grateful to Tony Spring for his incredible leadership of the NRF Foundation Board of Directors and his vision to expand our work to educate, upskill and connect individuals with successful careers across the retail industry," NRF Foundation Executive Director Adam Lukoskie said. "We are thrilled to welcome Steve Preston as our incoming chair. His expertise and guidance will be instrumental in advancing the NRF Foundation's education and training programs. Under his leadership, we look forward to identifying new opportunities to prepare prospective and current associates with the skills needed for career advancement in retail."
"Goodwill works to eliminate barriers to employment and help people in need reach their full potential through learning and the power of work. In many ways, this goal directly correlates with the work of the NRF Foundation. I look forward to bringing this shared pursuit to fruition and expanding the reach of retail as a lifelong career destination," Preston said.
In addition to Preston, BJ’s Wholesale Club Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Laura Felice was named to the Board.
The NRF Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of executives who believe in the power of connecting people to retail opportunities in communities nationwide through NRF Foundation career resources, training and scholarships.
About NRF Foundation
The NRF Foundation provides the skills and resources needed for life-changing careers. As NRF's nonprofit 501(c)(3), we connect people to an industry that’s a great place to start and a great place to grow. Together, we help people build better lives and stronger communities. nrffoundation.org
About NRF
The National Retail Federation passionately advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation’s largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs — 55 million working Americans. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies. nrf.com