Genesco Inc. announced that Thomas A. George has been appointed senior vice president, finance, and chief financial officer, elevating his role from the interim position he has held since December 2020.
George is expected to serve in this position through at least March 2024.
George comes to Genesco with financial executive experience in the consumer brand and retail sectors. He previously served nine years as CFO of Deckers Brands. Earlier in his career, he was CFO of Oakley and served in the same capacity at companies in the technology and medical device industries.
Mimi E. Vaughn, board chair, president and chief executive officer, said, “Given his extensive background and footwear experience, Tom is uniquely qualified to be Genesco’s CFO. Tom has made significant contributions since joining Genesco late last year. He is an exceptional leader, and his strategic insight, strong financial leadership, and comprehensive knowledge of the footwear industry have been invaluable as we navigate through the end of pandemic. Tom is a valued member of the Genesco management team, and we very much look forward to working with him as we drive value by executing our footwear-focused strategies, namely accelerating digital and omnichannel, reshaping our cost structure and growing the branded side of Genesco’s business.”
George added, “I look forward to working with Mimi and the Genesco management team as we continue to capitalize on synergies to drive growth and profitability across our footwear-focused portfolio. Genesco’s recent results and momentum coming out of the pandemic are a testament that we have the right team and the right strategy to successfully drive shareholder value.”
Genesco’s businesses include Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Little Burgundy, Schuh, Schuh Kids and Johnston & Murphy.
