Genesco Inc. Names First Chief Human Resources Officer

The parent of Journeys, Schuh, Johnston & Murphy said Kyle Polischuk will report to Mimi Vaughn, Genesco’s board chair, president and CEO and serve on Genesco’s executive management committee. Her appointment was effective January 6.

Dr Martens Creative Director Darren Mckoy Exits Company

The designer’s announcement comes as company sales have declined and it prepares for new leadership. Ije Nwokorie is set to take the CEO role following the exit of former CEO Kenny Wilson, who said he would step down at the end of 2024. Nwokorie was, most recently, Dr. Martens’ chief brand officer.

EXEC: SGB 2025 Look Ahead with Active Lifestyle Market Leaders

Leaders in the active lifestyle space expressed cautious optimism about 2025 with inflationary pressures easing, supply chains largely normalized and generally healthy interest in sports. Insights from Academy Sports, Brooks Running, Rawlings, Fleet Feet, Selkirk Sport and others.