ON BOARD: Kohl’s Corp. named Wendy C. Arlin as its chairman, succeeding John Schlifske. Before Bath & Body Works, Arlin was senior vice president, finance and corporate controller of L Brands from 2005 to 2021. You May Also LikeMichael J. Bender, Kohl’s chief executive officer and board member, said Arlin has “deep financial and retail expertise providing valuable perspective to both the board and management team.” In another change, Niren Chaudhary, former chairman and CEO of Panera Brands from 2019 to 2021, has joined the Kohl’s board. Schlifske became Kohl’s chairman in May 2025 when Bender who stepped in as interim CEO.