Ann Pence co-founded the Company in 1984, and served as its Executive Creative Director until September 1, 2002 when she retired. Mrs. Pence has served as a Director since the Company’s incorporation in 1988, serving as the Board’s Vice-Chairman since July 1999 and as its Chairman prior to that. Before co-founding Coldwater Creek, Mrs. Pence had an eleven year career in retail advertising, and was employed by Macy's California from 1974 to 1982 where her final position was Copy Director. Dennis Pence and Ann Pence were formerly married to each other. She resigned her Board position in August 2004, and currently holds the non-voting title of Chairman Emeritus in recognition of her role as co-founder and her many contributions to the company. |