Dorothy Carlow

Dorothy Carlow, CEO 

Dorothy Carlow has a track record of driving growth and profitability in competitive retail environments in private, public, and private equity owned companies ranging from $150M to over $1B in revenue.  With over 20 years of retail and hospitality experience, Dorothy has a proven track record of improving customer experience, driving P&L performance, improving square footage optimization and increasing EBITDA.    She has expertise in merchandising, margin enhancement, purchasing, logistics marketing and store operations, at leading brands including The Fresh Market, Earth Fare, Fairway, OTG and Mother’s Market and Kitchen where she is currently CEO. Known as a change agent, she delivers results with proven success in driving turnarounds, restructuring and scaling companies for growth. 

When she is not working, she spends her time with her two daughters or on the run.  She is an endurance athlete who has completed 9 marathons and numerous half marathons and triathlons.  

Dorothy has her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from George Washington University.  When she is not running a company, she teaches cycling, treadmill (running), yoga and strength group exercise classes.  She is known for her motivational techniques and fun classes.