Jim Lain

EVP, Brand Operations - Supercuts and Cost Cutters

Jim Lain is the Executive Vice President, Brand Operations - Supercuts and Cost Cutters at Regis Corporation. Previously, as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Jim played a pivotal role in transforming Regis into a leader in the haircare industry. Joining Regis in 2013, Jim brought over 25 years of operations leadership experience, where he spearheaded initiatives that drove operational excellence and elevated the performance of iconic brands like Supercuts, SmartStyle, Cost Cutters, First Choice Haircutters, Roosters, and other legacy brands.

Before Regis, Jim made significant contributions at Gap Inc., where he served as Vice President of Operations for Gap Specialty Stores in the U.S. and Canada. In this role, he was responsible for steering a $2.5 billion business across 750 stores, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving growth in a highly competitive market. Prior to his experience with Gap, Jim was Vice President of Operations at Galyan's Trading Company Inc. / Dick's Sporting Goods and held several field management positions at Target Stores Inc.