Anna’s Linens announces new hire

Costa Mesa-based Anna’s Linens has named Steven Jackson as the new president of its real estate and construction division, according to a report in Business Wire.

Jackson is joining the executive team after serving as senior vice president of real estate at Colorado-based Sports Authority, where he was responsible for store openings. Jackson will oversee store expansion and other real estate responsibilities for Anna’s Linens, which has more than 260 stores nationwide, Business Wire reported.

“After a long and careful search we’re confident that Steven is the right person to lead this undertaking on behalf of Anna’s Linens at a time when we are experiencing tremendous growth,” said Alan Gladstone, the company’s chief executive and founder.

—Staff Reports