Karen Fleming serves as President and Chief Merchandising Officer for Ross Dress for Less at Ross Stores, Inc., overseeing the company's merchandising, planning, and allocation strategies for its core off-price apparel and home segments. In this role, she drives opportunistic buying decisions, assortment development, and inventory management to deliver compelling value to customers, contributing to Ross's position as one of the largest off-price retailers in the United States with billions in annual sales. Fleming joined Ross in 1996 as a buyer, bringing prior experience from Macy's and Bullock's where she honed her expertise in retail merchandising. She advanced rapidly through key leadership positions, including Divisional Merchandise Manager, Senior Vice President of Merchandise Planning, and Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Planning, demonstrating a proven track record in scaling operations and optimizing supply chains. Under her stewardship since her 2019 promotion to President and Chief Merchandising Officer, Fleming has spearheaded initiatives that fueled significant sales growth, expanded product categories, and enhanced digital and omnichannel capabilities. Her strategic vision has been pivotal in navigating market challenges, maintaining Ross's competitive edge through agile sourcing and a customer-centric approach to value-driven fashion.