MediaBuyerPlanner: The Sharper Image has appointed Steven A. Lightman, former president of Crosstown Traders Inc., to replace Jerry W. Levin as CEO.

Levin, who was named interim CEO after founder Richard Thalheimer left in the wake of steadily declining sales, will remain as chairman, writes DM News.

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