Gilt CEO joins Nike’s board of directors

Michelle Peluso, current Chief Executive Officer of online retailer Gilt, has been appointed to Nike’s board of directors.

Philip H. Knight, Nike co-founder and chairman, said: "Michelle’s leadership experience in marketing, branding, innovation and digital media for global brands makes her an outstanding addition to our board.

“We look forward to her contributions to expand Nike's position as the world’s leading athletic brand and industry innovator.”

Peluso served on the Gilt board of directors until her appointment as CEO last year. Prior to joining Gilt, she served as global consumer chief marketing and internet officer of Citigroup Inc., and was president and CEO of Travelocity.com.