Five Below, Inc., the Philadelphia-based extreme-value retailer, has appointed Christos Yatrakis as its new Chief Legal Officer. Yatrakis, who joined the company on June 15, 2026, brings over two decades of legal experience from global consumer companies. Most recently, he served as Chief People & Legal Officer at Allbirds, Inc., overseeing legal, corporate governance, SEC compliance, and human resources across operations in more than 20 countries. Prior to Allbirds, Yatrakis held senior legal and operational roles at Gymshark USA Inc., including General Manager for North America, and at Arrow Electronics, Inc., where he was Vice President of Legal Affairs. ([stocktitan.net](https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FIVE/five-below-announces-leadership-q8zukdrwphtd.html?utm_source=openai))
In his new role at Five Below, Yatrakis will lead the company’s legal functions, reporting directly to Chief Operating Officer Kenneth Bull. His appointment is part of a broader leadership expansion, which also includes the recent hiring of Rodney Lastinger as Chief Retail Officer. Lastinger, set to join on June 22, 2026, will oversee the operational performance of nearly 2,000 stores nationwide. ([stocktitan.net](https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FIVE/five-below-announces-leadership-q8zukdrwphtd.html?utm_source=openai))
These strategic appointments come as Five Below continues to experience significant growth. The company reported revenues of $5.08 billion over the past twelve months, marking a 26% year-over-year increase. Its stock has delivered a 53% return over the past year, trading at $191.26 with a market capitalization of $10.47 billion. ([za.investing.com](https://za.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/five-below-appoints-lastinger-and-yatrakis-to-executive-roles-93CH-4333850?utm_source=openai))
Yatrakis expressed enthusiasm about his new position, stating, “Five Below has established itself as a beloved brand with a clear mission and strong culture. I am honored to join the team and support the company’s continued growth by providing strategic legal counsel and building strong partnerships across the organization.” ([stocktitan.net](https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FIVE/five-below-announces-leadership-q8zukdrwphtd.html?utm_source=openai))
Founded in 2002, Five Below offers a wide range of products primarily priced between $1 and $5, catering to a youthful demographic. The retailer operates over 1,900 stores across 46 states, emphasizing a fun and value-driven shopping experience. ([stocktitan.net](https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FIVE/five-below-announces-leadership-q8zukdrwphtd.html?utm_source=openai))