“Sandra is a proven executive leader with a consistent record of driving strategic growth and value across complex organisations. She brings invaluable expertise from numerous multi-channel, multi-brand consumer businesses. We look forward to benefitting from Sandra's leadership as we continue to drive sustainable growth, profitability and long-term shareholder value”, commented Mimi E. Vaughn, Genesco's President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

“In addition”, continued Vaughn, “we are incredibly grateful to Thomas George for his financial leadership at Genesco. A 40-year finance professional with more than 30 years as a public company Chief Financial Officer (CFO), George has made significant contributions to Genesco, and we wish him the very best in retirement”.

Genesco has appointed Sandra Harris as its new CFO. In her new role, she will report directly to CEO Vaughn and oversee the company's key financial functions, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, investor relations, treasury, procurement and tax. Thomas George will continue as Genesco's Principal Accounting Officer during the transition. George's retirement will not be effective until December 2024.

Harris said: “It's an exciting time for Genesco, and I am thrilled to join this incredible team at such a pivotal time. I look forward to working closely with the Genesco leadership team to help shape the company's next chapter of growth as a footwear-focused industry leader”.

Before joining Genesco, Harris served as CFO at Artisan Design Group, a leading interior design and installation service provider. Prior to that, she was CFO and Chief Operating Officer at Tupperware Brands, supporting the company's transformation from a traditional direct seller into an omnichannel business. At VF Corporation, where she spent almost ten years, Harris was responsible for driving global business and financial strategies. There, she oversaw multiple aspects of the company, including finance, supply chain and information technology.

With Harris's appointment, Genesco aims to leverage her expertise to strengthen its financial foundation and navigate the competitive retail landscape. As the company looks to expand its presence in the footwear industry, Harris's leadership is expected to help steer Genesco toward continued growth.