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"I have known Bob Kerson for over 25 years as both a friend and a trusted advisor. His excellent judgment and overall grasp of the retail industry and what makes it click is simply unique. In 1994, after a 22 year career at Macy's and Federated, Bob recruited me to the Zale Corporation. This has truly been an extraordinary personal and professional experience having the opportunity to take Zale from post-bankruptcy to its industry leading position. It is wonderful to have Bob back where he belongs -- actively engaged and enormously involved in all aspects of our industry."

Robert J. DiNicola, Former Chairman of the Board, Zale Corporation.