Shoe Carnival, Inc.’s former CFO, Kerry Jackson, has returned to the company in a newly created role as SVP of New Business Development.
Jackson will report directly to President and CEO Mark Worden and spearhead the company’s mergers and acquisition activities, as well as the integration of acquired businesses and synergy capture initiatives.
Jackson brings 35 years of experience with Shoe Carnival to this new role, having recently come out of retirement, including 27 years serving as CFO before retiring in 2023. He will begin his new role on June 9, 2025, from the company’s headquarters in Fort Mill, SC.
“Kerry’s return is a tremendous asset for our growth strategy,” commented Worden. “His deep institutional knowledge, combined with his proven financial acumen and strategic insight, makes him uniquely qualified to partner with me in driving our M&A initiatives. Kerry’s passion for building business ultimately brought him back to us, and we’re fortunate to have his continued leadership as we expand our national footprint.”
The appointment supports the company’s ongoing expansion strategy through strategic mergers and acquisitions, which aim to broaden its customer reach and strengthen its position in the competitive footwear retail market.
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