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Wrangler chooses Genesco for design and distribution of footwear line

Denim brand Wrangler wants to expand its presence in the footwear market. It has chosen to join the portfolio of wholesale distributor Genesco. Genesco will design, source and market footwear for men, women and children under the Wrangler brand. The two have signed a multi-year licensing agreement for this purpose. The two American companies...

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Genesco chief financial officer steps down

US footwear and accessories retailer Genesco has announced that its chief financial officer (CFO) Melvin G. Tucker is stepping down on 27 November to pursue an opportunity outside of the company. CEO and board chair Mimi E. Vaughn, who was previously CFO, will take on the position in the interim while a search for Tucker’s successor is underway....

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Genesco appoints John F. Lambros to board of directors

US footwear and accessories retailer Genesco has appointed John F. Lambros to its board of directors. Lambros is president of global investment bank GCA-US and has worked in the digital media and emerging technology markets for over 22 years. Genesco board chair and CEO Mimi E. Vaughn said in a statement: “As a footwear-focused company with...