Foot Locker Inc. has promoted Frank Bracken, EVP and CEO, Foot Locker North America, shown right, to COO as part of several leadership realignments.
In the newly created role, Bracken will oversee its global operations and omnichannel customer experience, including global technology and supply chain, reporting to Richard A. Johnson, Chairman and CEO, Foot Locker.
Other appointments include Susan J. Kuhn, senior vice president, general manager, Foot Locker Europe, shown left, who has been promoted to president, EMEA and general manager, Foot Locker Europe. Kuhn will oversee the Foot Locker Europe and Sidestep brands, reporting to Bracken.
Andrew Gray, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, shown below right, has expanded his responsibilities leading Foot Locker’s commercial area, reporting to Johnson. Gray’s organization will drive product leadership, elevate omni marketing and accelerate customer and commercial development.
The company also created a Chief Strategy, Innovation and Development Officer role to oversee corporate strategy, business innovation and corporate development. When the appointment is announced, they will report to Johnson.
Johnson said, “It’s an exciting time at Foot Locker as we execute our strategic priorities. The marketplace and consumers we serve are changing dynamically, making this an ideal time to enhance an integrated omnichannel ecosystem and strengthen our commercial capabilities. The addition of these key roles creates a more streamlined and agile organizational structure that builds on the success of our geo-focused growth strategy. We will be in a stronger position to address new and emerging opportunities and to grow our connectivity with our consumers and the communities we serve.”
Johnson continued, “I’m also pleased to share Frank’s and Susie’s new roles and recognize them for their contributions to Foot Locker. Frank has been a key leader during his more than 11 years with the company and has been instrumental in developing and executing Foot Locker’s strategy in North America. Susie is a global-minded leader, and she has proven to be an invaluable addition to Foot Locker as we have executed against our strategy across Europe. Andy continues to be instrumental in leading our growth in critical Commercial areas directly connected to Foot Locker’s ongoing success, and I am excited to build new capabilities in our organization under his leadership. I look forward to continuing to work closely with these seasoned leaders as we advance Foot Locker’s strategy and global growth agenda.”
Bracken said, “I’ve witnessed firsthand the evolution and growth of the organization into the global leader it is today, and I am honored to be appointed to this newly-created role. I am excited to continue on this journey with our talented team across the globe as we deliver value for all our stakeholders.”
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