Ruth Hartman

Ruth Hartman is an experienced retail and e-commerce executive with a diverse background spanning over three decades. Currently serving as a Member of the Board of Directors at Orva and an External Advisor at Bain & Company, Ruth specializes in e-commerce and omni-channel retail strategies. Notable past roles include President of Techstyles Sportswear, President of Lord + Taylor, and Chief Merchandising Officer at Le Tote, where Ruth was instrumental in leading brand transformations and driving growth initiatives. Previously, Ruth held senior leadership positions at DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse and Macy's, overseeing significant revenue growth and team development across various merchandise categories. Ruth Hartman holds a BA in Business Management with honors from Simmons University.