Kent Foster to retire from JC Penney Board

Kent B. Foster will retire from the JC Penney Board at the end of his term, which concludes on May 15, 2015. Foster is a former Chairman of Ingram Micro and also served as President and Vice Chairman of the board at GTE Corporation.

"Kent's extensive experience in communications and technology has enabled JC Penney to identify opportunities in digital retailing and operational efficiency. His guidance has been instrumental to enhancing the customer experience at JC Penney," said Myron E. (Mike) Ullman, III, Chief Executive Officer.

Foster joined the JCPenney Board of Directors in August 1998, and initially chaired the audit committee. He currently chairs the human resources and compensation committee, and is a member of the corporate governance committee.