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Get VRA alertsJacqueline Ardrey is recorded as CEO at Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA). The newest filing on record that lists Jacqueline Ardrey as CEO at Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) is dated April 24, 2026. Vera Bradley, Inc. reported in an 8-K filed September 20, 2022 that Jacqueline Ardrey was appointed Board of Directors, effective November 1, 2022. Vera Bradley, Inc. reported in an 8-K filed September 20, 2022 that Jacqueline Ardrey was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2022. The proxy statement of Vera Bradley, Inc. reports total compensation of $3,228,963 for Jacqueline Ardrey in fiscal 2026, including a base salary of $434,383. Disclosed compensation is on record for 4 fiscal years. Jacqueline Ardrey has spoken on 5 earnings calls across 1 company, most recently for Vera Bradley, Inc. on June 11, 2025. Vera Bradley, Inc. is classified in the Footwear & Accessories industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Other leadership on record at Vera Bradley, Inc. includes Ian Bickley (CEO and Chairman), Martin Layding (CFO), Michael Schwindle (CFO) and 7 others.
“Ms. Ardrey will also join the Company's Board of Directors on November 1, 2022.”
“On September 20, 2022, Vera Bradley, Inc. (the "Company") announced that Jacqueline Ardrey will join the Company as President and Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") effective November 1, 2022, replacing retiring President and CEO Robert Wallstrom.”
“I'd like to also take a moment to thank Ian and our entire Board of Directors for their support and guidance since joining in 2022. I'm also grateful for the Board's support during this transition as I step down from my leadership position.”
“I want to start with some comments on the quarter. We're pleased with the completion of the first full year of our turnaround story.”
“We are very pleased with the meaningful year-over-year improvement in second quarter earnings driven by significant gross margin expansion and successful company-wide expense reduction efforts.”
“Today, I'm joined by both John Enwright, our departing CFO and Michael Schwindle, our newly appointed CFO. Before we begin, I want to express my sincere thanks to John for his nine years of service to Vera Bradley and his many contributions to our company, and we wish him all the best in the future.”
“We focused on driving revenues in the fourth quarter through targeted strategic promotions on seasonal giftable and key items. As a result, total company fourth quarter revenues outperformed our guidance, although gross margins remained under pressure.”
Start not stated–present
Last confirmed April 24, 2026
2022-01-01–2025-04-25
Last confirmed by a filing; no departure on record
Footwear & Accessories · Consumer Cyclical
CEO
2022-01-01–present
Compensation components disclosed in company proxy statements. Amounts are nominal USD; total is the company-reported figure.
| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) | Fomer President and CEO, Vera Bradley, Inc. | $434,383 | $3,228,963 |
| 2025 | Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) | President and CEO, Vera Bradley, Inc. | $873,048 | $2,360,009 |
| 2024 | Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) | President and CEO, Vera Bradley, Inc. | $866,346 | $1,976,075 |
| 2023 | Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) | President and CEO, Vera Bradley, Inc. | $209,231 | $3,132,637 |
