Karen Katz

“We are now focused on the brand, not the channel.”

“Our customers' business interests are heavily dependent on the oil and gas industry.”

“There is no question that international tourism is on the rise - we see it at Bergdorf Goodman; we see it in Miami.”

“I never had lofty dreams of doing important things.”

“Over the years, the way our customers shop our stores and websites has changed and will continue to change with the increasing popularity and convenience of smart phones and tablets.”

“We are committed to investing in new technology so we can remain a leader in the online luxury business.”

“The promotional environment is part of the world we live in.”

“Bergdorf Goodman is positioned at the very top of the luxury pyramid, and I think that as we go through this next phase of renovation, we're going to elevate it even further.”

“My husband, he's very supportive. I couldn't be here without his support along the way.”

“Customers are extremely savvy. They don't want to pay more.”

“We built a business on relationships, and that's what matters to us.”

“Our customers do not differentiate between channels, and now, neither will we.”

“Sneakers have become a significant category for us and a very tangible reminder that what our customers want and wear is changing.”

“I have admired Kevin Plank and Under Armour from afar. He has assembled an impressive team.”

“Today, fashion shows are now blogged and broadcast all over the world via social media. By the time the merchandise ships many months later, the newness and excitement has worn off, and in many cases, the customer has moved on.”

“When my son was little, we mothers always did the Halloween parties, and I would wear my orange-and-black Chanel. It comes in handy on October 31. I'm the chicest pumpkin around.”

“We believe that we can deliver better shareholder value by remaining an independent retailer.”

“We recognized that for our future, and for the way the customer was now shopping, we had to have one point of view. All roads lead back to the customer.”