Gap Inc. ( GPS ) experienced a remarkable stock surge on Friday. Shares jumped 26% after a standout earnings report highlighted the success of new CEO Richard Dickson's fashion overhaul strategy. Fashion Overhaul Under New Leadership Richard Dickson, known for revitalizing the Barbie franchise at Mattel Inc., took over as CEO of Gap in August 2023 with a mission to transform the retailer famous for its basics like T-shirts and denim. Embracing celebrity marketing and strategic partnerships, Dickson has hired fashion designer Zac Posen as the creative director for Old Navy and collaborated with independent labels to breathe new life into Gap's offerings. High-profile endorsements have played a key role in this transformation. Actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s custom Zac Posen denim design at the Met Gala and Anne Hathaway’s white Gap dress at a red carpet event in Rome sparked significant consumer interest, with Hathaway's dress quickly selling out on gap.com. Impressive Finan