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Target Appoints Former Nike and HanesBrands Executives to Board of Directors
Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) announced today the election of two accomplished retail leaders to its Board of Directors: John Hoke, III, former chief innovation officer at NIKE, Inc., and Steve Bratspies, former chief executive officer of HanesBrands, Inc. Their appointments reflect Target's focus on delivering style, design and value through products and experiences grounded in a deep understanding of consumers.
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