Ivanka Trump<\/a>, released a statement on Facebook Wednesday–announcing a ‘leave of absence’ from her brands as well as The Trump Organization.<\/p>\nWhen my father takes office as the 45th President of the United States of America, I will take a formal leave of absence from The Trump Organization and my eponymous apparel and accessories brand. I will no longer be involved with the management or operations of either company.<\/em><\/p>\nI have appointed Abigail Klem as president to lead my brand. She will work with a board of trustees to manage the strategic and day-to-day operations of the business; I am confident that under her leadership the company will continue creating smart, solution-oriented product and content. My brothers will oversee The Trump Organization, and I know that in their capable hands the business will thrive.<\/em>
\n My husband, Jared, and I will be moving with our family to Washington, D.C., where Jared will serve as Senior Advisor to the President. I plan to take time to settle our three young children into their new home and schools.<\/em><\/p>\nI’m grateful for the overwhelming amount of outreach I’ve received from people all across America who have shared their stories and offered to extend their ideas and expertise in the areas I am deeply passionate about, including the education and empowerment of women and girls; leveling the playing field for female entrepreneurs and job creators and unleashing the potential of women in the workplace. I am eager to hear more from them as I determine the most impactful and appropriate ways for me to serve our country.<\/em><\/p>\nThank you to those of you who’ve lent your voices and perspective. To those of you I\u2019ve yet to meet, I look forward to working with you and for you.<\/em><\/p>\n