Global Brand Marketing, Inc. has appointed Scott Kaminsky to National Sales Manager of XOXO Footwear. Kaminsky will be responsible for all U.S. sales operations for XOXO Footwear and will be charged with managing the company's domestic revenue growth. Kaminsky will be based at company headquarters in Santa Barbara, Calif. and reporting to Senior Vice President of Sales Larry Slivka.

Scott Kaminsky brings over 20 years of sales experience in the retail and footwear industry and has been a viable resource of trends and fashion. Prior to joining XOXO Footwear, Kaminsky was Director of Sales for Nina Footwear, and has also held senior sales positions at Calico-Nine West Group as well as President of retail chain Joyce-Selby Shoes. Kaminsky brings with him extensive experience in managing sophisticated sales operations and executing custom marketing programs that will drive XOXO's business with key retail partners and wholesale distribution.

“Scott has an extremely impressive sales history, and we are pleased to welcome him to our team,” said Killick Datta, Chief Executive Officer for Global Brand Marketing, Inc. “His wealth of experience in this segment of the market and commitment to success will be the driving force in delivering a high quality product line for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2004 selling season.”