New York & Company Inc. announced that John Worthington has joined the company, as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Worthington will report to Greg Scott, Chief Executive Officer, and lead the company's Store Operations, Real Estate, Outlets, Finance, Information Technology, Sourcing and Logistics areas. Mr. Worthington joins the company following a successful career in retail spanning more than 23 years.

Prior to joining New York & Company, John spent 20 years in progressive leadership roles with Kohl's Department Stores including Chief Administrative Officer, Senior Executive Vice President, Executive Vice President/Director of Stores, Senior Vice President and Regional Vice President. Before that, Mr. Worthington held various leadership roles with May Department Stores, including its Stores and Buying departments.