Julian R. Geiger to rejoin Aeropostale as CEO

Aeropostale has announced that Julian R. Geiger has rejoined the company as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Geiger

also will continue to serve as a member of the company's Board of Directors. Aeropostale's Board of Directors and Thomas P. Johnson, mutually agreed that Johnson will step down from his role as CEO and Director of the company.

On the appointment, Karin Hirtler-Garvey, Chairperson of Aeropostale's Board of Directors, stated, “Julian's previous service in the role of CEO combined with his passion for the Aeropostale brand make him an ideal choice to lead this organization. Julian was the leader of Aeropostale's strategic direction during a period of significant growth, and we are confident in his enthusiasm for the business, his understanding of today's teen retail marketplace and his intuition regarding teen fashion.”

“My decision to return to Aeropostale to be its Chief Executive Officer is one that was easy to make,” said Geiger, adding, “The opportunity for sales and profit growth; the ability to reinforce the Company's special culture; and the chance to work closely with, and influence, the management team and the field organization combine to create a compelling and dynamic challenge.”