Caleres has hired Nancy Bitetto as senior vice president of New York brands, which include Franco Sarto, Vince, Veronica Beard, and private brand offerings. In this role, Bitetto is expected to focus on accelerating growth and expanding profitability within the Caleres Brand Portfolio.
Bitetto will report directly to Jay Schmidt, president and CEO of Caleres.
“Nancy brings a proven track record of success and solid background of building luxury and contemporary fashion brands,” said Schmidt in a media release. “Her expertise will enable us to advance our brand ambitions and power sustained growth. Attracting exceptional leadership is a crucial element of our strategic priorities, and we’re confident Nancy will play an instrumental role in driving shareholder value.”
Bitetto joins Caleres with over two decades of experience as a merchant, overseeing consistent growth in both wholesale and retail sectors. Most recently, she led footwear and jewelry at Tory Burch, where she reportedly boosted productivity and improved profitability. Prior to Tory Burch, she served as head of women’s footwear merchandising for Prada North America, focusing on strategic product and customer growth. She has also held leadership roles at Ferragamo and Sergio Rossi.
“I’m thrilled to lead these dynamic brands at such a pivotal moment for Caleres,” said Bitetto. “Caleres is a powerhouse in footwear, and its brands including Franco Sarto, Veronica Beard, and Vince are well-positioned in the market for substantial growth potential. I look forward to working closely with the team to leverage my experience and drive meaningful progress.”
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