Torrid Holdings CFO resigns, Will Langley appointed interim CFO
Torrid Holdings announced that Chief Financial Officer Paula Dempsey will step down in mid‑November 2026 to pursue another opportunity. The board named Will Langley as interim CFO, effective October 28, 2026. Langley brings two decades of retail finance experience, most recently as Belk’s CFO. CEO Lisa Harper thanked Dempsey for her contributions and highlighted Langley’s suitability for the role.
Why it matters
The leadership transition may affect Torrid’s financial reporting and capital allocation processes as the interim CFO assumes responsibility. Investors should monitor any changes in financial guidance or reporting quality during the interim period.
Key facts
- 1Chief Financial Officer Paula Dempsey will resign in mid‑November 2026. tradingview.com
- 2Dempsey’s resignation is scheduled for November 12, 2026. tradingview.com
- 3Will Langley will serve as interim CFO starting October 28, 2026. investing.com
- 4Langley was CFO of Belk from January 2020 through May 2025. investing.com
- 5CEO Lisa Harper thanked Dempsey for her contributions and said Langley’s experience makes him suited to guide the finance organization. investing.com
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 4 of 4 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.