 In 2018, Soltau left Jo-Ann Stores and in 2019 Wade Miquelon became President, CEO, and a member of the Board of Directors.In 2019, Jo-Ann partnered with GoldieBlox for a monthly subscription box called the GoldieBlox Box to help children ages 8 and up to develop STEM skills.During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jo-Ann received public criticism for keeping many of their stores open amidst health concerns for elderly customers and refusing paid sick leave for employees affected by COVID-19.