Board of Directors

Mr. English joined our Board of Directors in 2016 and currently serves on our Compensation Committee. Mr. English has been the Executive Chairman of the board of directors of Bob’s Discount Furniture since March 2016 and was its Chief Executive Officer from 2006 until his appointment as Executive Chairman. Prior to joining Bob’s Discount Furniture, Mr. English was TJX’s Chief Executive Officer from 2000 (and President from 1999) to 2005. Mr. English was Chairman of The Marmaxx Group between 2000 and 2004, and held various other executive and merchandising positions with TJX from 1983 to 1999. In addition to Burlington Stores, Inc. and Bob’s Discount Furniture, Mr. English serves on the board of directors of Rue Gilt Groupe, an e-commerce destination connecting world-class brands with next generation shoppers. He previously was a director of BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc. Mr. English also serves on the Board of Trustees of various funds within the multi-affiliate structure of Natixis Global Asset Management, a global asset management firm. Mr. English brings to the Board more than 40 years of experience in the retail industry, including as chief executive of two leading off-price retail companies. His broad experience in large retail chain management encompasses marketing, finance and accounting, operational expertise, and supply chain management.

Ms. Goodman joined our Board of Directors in 2025 and currently serves as the Chair of our Audit Committee. Ms. Goodman served as an Advisory Director to Charlesbank Capital Partners, a private equity firm, from 2019 to 2024. She previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of Staples, Inc. from September 2016 to January 2018. Ms. Goodman served in roles with increasing responsibility at Staples since joining the company in 1992, including President and Interim Chief Executive Officer from June 2016 to September 2016, President, North American Operations from January 2016 to June 2016, and President, North American Commercial from February 2014 to June 2016. Prior to that, she served as Executive Vice President of Global Growth from February 2012 to February 2014, Executive Vice President of Human Resources from March 2009 to February 2012, Executive Vice President of Marketing from May 2001 to March 2009, and in various other management positions. Prior to Staples, Ms. Goodman worked at Bain & Company from 1986 to 1992. She currently serves on the board of directors of CarMax, Inc. and CBRE Group, Inc. and previously served on the board of directors of Henry Schein, Inc., Staples, Inc. and The Stride Rite Corporation. Ms. Goodman brings to the Board experience as a chief executive and senior executive in other leadership positions in operations, retail marketing, human resources and business growth at an internationally renowned retailer. Ms. Goodman’s service on the boards of companies in a variety of sectors equips her with an understanding of different businesses, challenges and strategies.

Mr. Goodwin joined our Board of Directors in 2020 and currently serves on our Audit Committee and as the Chair of our Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Mr. Goodwin most recently served as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Technology Officer of PetSmart Inc., retiring from that position in 2023. Mr. Goodwin joined PetSmart in 2014 as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Mr. Goodwin previously served as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Technology and Business Enablement at Hallmark from 2006 until 2014. Mr. Goodwin began his career at Hallmark as information technology analyst in 1990 and held positions of increasing responsibility prior to his promotion to SVP and CIO. Prior to joining Hallmark, Mr. Goodwin served as an officer in the United States Army. Mr. Goodwin currently serves on the board of directors of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. Mr. Goodwin brings to the Board more than 30 years of information technology experience in the retail industry, including nearly two decades of C-Suite leadership. His wealth of expertise includes management of cybersecurity risks, fraud prevention, IT transformations, and development of strategic partnerships.

Mr. Hitch joined our Board of Directors in 2006 and currently serves as the Chair of our Compensation Committee. Mr. Hitch was formerly a Managing Director at Bain Capital, a private investment firm, and left the firm after 18 years in 2015. Mr. Hitch served as a Senior Advisor to Bain Capital following his departure from the firm until 2017. He is currently an active personal investor across a wide range of early-stage growth companies and renewable infrastructure projects. Mr. Hitch is also a member of the board of directors of Bright Horizons Family Solutions. Mr. Hitch brings to the Board more than 25 years of experience investing in and serving as an adviser and board member for retail companies at multiple stages of growth. He also possesses valuable strategic and financial expertise, including significant experience with capital markets transactions.

Mr. Mahoney joined our Board of Directors in 2013 and currently serves as Chairman of the Board. Mr. Mahoney was Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer of Staples, Inc. from 2006 until his retirement in 2012. While at Staples, Mr. Mahoney was Chief Financial Officer from 1996 to 2012, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer from 1997 to 2006, and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 1996 to 1997. Before joining Staples, Mr. Mahoney was a partner with the accounting firm of Ernst & Young LLP where he worked for 20 years, including service in the firm’s National Office Accounting and Auditing group. Mr. Mahoney is a certified public accountant. He currently serves on the board of directors of Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. and previously served on the board of directors of Advo, Inc., Tweeter Home Entertainment Group, Inc., Zipcar, Inc., The Michaels Companies, Inc. and Chico’s FAS, Inc. Mr. Mahoney brings to the Board over 30 years of financial expertise and over 25 years of retail industry experience, including as chief financial officer of a leading retailer. Serving as an accomplished director for a variety of consumer companies provides Mr. Mahoney with insight into the complex board oversight responsibilities for consumer businesses.

Mr. McNamara joined our Board of Directors in 2014 and currently serves on our Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Mr. McNamara has over 30 years of retail experience with two prominent department stores, Macy’s/Federated and The May Department Stores Company. Mr. McNamara began his career at Filene’s, a division of May Department Stores, rising through the ranks of the merchandising organization. In 1998, Mr. McNamara was promoted to President of The May Merchandising Company to lead all brand merchandising and product development. In 2000, he was promoted to Vice Chairman of May Department Stores Company where he had direct responsibility for all of its department store divisions. In 2005, upon completion of the merger between Federated and May, he became Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Midwest division of Macy’s, Inc. In 2008, Mr. McNamara became President of Macy’s Reinvent Strategies and served in that capacity until his retirement in 2009. Mr. McNamara brings to the Board over 30 years of experience in retail chain management, equipping him with deep insights into consumer behavior, brand building and operational matters. His expertise encompasses merchandising, product development, retail store operations, distributions, and brand innovation.

Mr. O’Sullivan joined Burlington as our Chief Executive Officer in September 2019. Mr. O’Sullivan came to Burlington from Ross Stores, an off-price retailer, where he worked for 16 years, rising to become their President and Chief Operating Officer in 2009. Mr. O’Sullivan also served on Ross’s board of directors from 2014 to April 2019. Prior to working at Ross, Mr. O’Sullivan was a Partner at Bain & Company from 1991 to 2003. At Bain, Mr. O’Sullivan worked with companies in the retail industry on business strategy and performance improvement. Mr. O’Sullivan’s day-to-day leadership and experience as our CEO gives him unique insights into our opportunities, challenges and operations. In addition to his experience as our CEO, he brings to the Board a wealth of knowledge and expertise from over 25 years of experience in the retail industry.

Ms. Rodriguez joined our Board of Directors in 2018 and currently serves on our Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Ms. Rodriguez served as Chief Marketing Officer and President of Entertainment of Univision Communications Inc., the leading media company serving Hispanic America, from 2018 until 2021, and Chief Brand and Impact Officer from 2021 until 2022. Ms. Rodriguez served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Univision Networks, a division of Univision Communications Inc., from 2018 until 2021. During her 20-year tenure at Univision she held multiple roles of increasing responsibility, including serving as Executive Vice President of Programming Scheduling and Marketing, Senior Vice President of Univision Cable Networks and Vice President and Station Manager at Univision Puerto Rico. Ms. Rodriguez currently serves as a member of the board of directors of Vera Bradley, Inc. Ms. Rodriguez brings to the Board extensive operational, marketing, and consumer engagement experience. Her long background in media and marketing provides deep insight into consumer behavior, brand development, and consumer social and digital engagement.

Ms. Sen joined our Board of Directors in 2018 and currently serves on our Audit Committee. Ms. Sen served as the Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc., a membership-only warehouse chain, from 2016 through 2018 and was its Chief Executive Officer from 2009 through 2016. Prior to that, Ms. Sen served as BJ’s Chief Operating Officer from 2008 through 2009. Ms. Sen also served as BJ’s Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Logistics from 2007 through 2008 and held the same position from 1997 to 2003. From 2003 to 2006, Ms. Sen was the Principal of Sen Retail Consulting, advising companies in the retail sector in the areas of merchandising and logistics. She is currently a member of the board of directors of NCR Voyix Corporation, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company and the Massachusetts Port Authority and previously served on the board of directors of BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc., EMC Corporation, rue21, inc., Abington Savings Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Ms. Sen brings to the Board over 25 years of retail management leadership, including critical roles growing BJ’s from an early-stage business to a Fortune 500 company. Her deep skillset encompasses operations, merchandising, logistics, and financial expertise. Ms. Sen’s director service in a variety of sectors equips her with an understanding of different businesses, challenges and strategies.

Mr. Skirvin joined our Board of Directors in 2025 and currently serves on our Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. Mr. Skirvin served as Chief Executive Officer of Bob’s Discount Furniture from 2016 until his retirement in 2020. Prior to his appointment as CEO, Mr. Skirvin was President and Chief Operating Officer of Bob’s Discount Furniture from 2011 to 2016. Before joining Bob’s Discount Furniture, Mr. Skirvin held a variety of leadership roles at The TJX Companies from 1989 through 2010. During his tenure at TJX, he served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller from 1999 to 2004; Senior Vice President, Real Estate and New Business Development from 2004 to 2007; and Chief Operating Officer of the A.J. Wright division from 2007 to 2010. Mr. Skirvin brings to the Board over 30 years of experience in the retail industry, with deep expertise in finance, operations, real estate development, and executive leadership across both value-oriented and growth-focused retail environments.

Mr. Sullivan joined our Board of Directors in 2012 and currently serves on our Audit Committee. Mr. Sullivan was a partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP from 1983 until his retirement in 2009. At PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Mr. Sullivan was a member of the Board of Partners, the Chair of the Finance Committee, and a member of the Management Evaluation and Compensation, Admissions and Strategy Committees. Mr. Sullivan is a certified public accountant. Mr. Sullivan brings to the Board over 35 years of financial expertise, including substantial experience in corporate finance and accounting and extensive experience providing audit and financial reporting services to numerous organizations.