Home lighting retailer Lamps Plus brings in e-commerce veteran Richard Hoalst as new Chief Digital Officer

US-based home speciality lighting retailer, Lamps Plus, has appointed Richard Hoalst as Chief Digital Officer in a newly created role.

Reporting to CEO Jason Goldberger, he will lead the transformation of the company’s digital commerce efforts across website, marketing, creative, and marketplaces.

Hoalst joins the company with nearly 30 years of leadership experience overseeing e-commerce, marketing, and merchandising teams across brands in a variety of industries.

Most recently he served as Executive Vice President - Chief Customer Officer at Guitar Center, and previously, Senior Vice President non-food categories for HEB, and Vice President/General Manager, eCommerce at Nike for 11 years.

“I am thrilled to take on this role at Lamps Plus and join the talented team in evolving digital capabilities that serve the needs of our customers,” Hoalst says.

Goldberger adds: “Rich is a forward thinking leader who has been at the forefront of e-commerce and marketing for some of today’s top brands. His vast understanding of the digital world allows him the opportunity to develop unique strategies that will expedite Lamps Plus’ growth trajectory with an e-commerce first mindset.”

2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Digital retail is a key focus area for the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards, which is now open for entries.

The awards, sponsored by Scala, CADS, 3D Cloud, Brightpearl by Sage’s Lightning 50, and Retail Technology Show 2025, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Key 2024 dates

Friday, 25th October: Award entry deadline 

Tuesday, 29th October: 2024 shortlist revealed

30th October-6th November: Judging days

Thursday, 21st November: Winners announced at the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards ceremony, to be held at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London.