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Fibre2Fashion
11 hours ago
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
US' Kontoor Brands elevates Broyles, Alkire to key leadership roles
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB), announced that Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire will assume expanded roles on Kontoor's Executive Leadership Team, effective immediately. 'Jenni and Joe have earned these expanded roles through proven performance and strategic leadership, a testament to the depth of talent we are cultivating at Kontoor Brands,' said Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter . 'This leadership team has the vision and expertise to guide Kontoor's strategic evolution as we expand our portfolio of brands, accelerate growth and continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.' Kontoor Brands has elevated Jenni Broyles to EVP, chief commercial officer and global head of brands, and Joseph Alkire to EVP, CFO and global head of operations. Both report to CEO Scott Baxter. Tom Waldron will exit the company after a transition ending September 30. CEO Baxter praised the leadership team's depth and vision for driving long-term growth. Broyles will assume leadership responsibility for all international and commercial operations for the Lee and Wrangler brands in the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer & Global Head of Brands, reporting to Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter. Alkire will assume leadership responsibility for Kontoor's supply chain operations in the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Global Head of Operations, reporting to Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter. The Helly Hansen business will continue reporting to Scott Baxter. Tom Waldron, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will exit Kontoor Brands after a transition period that will conclude September 30. 'I want to recognize and express my gratitude to Tom for his more than six years of leadership at Kontoor as well as his time at our predecessor company,' said Baxter . 'Tom has played an important role in our company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors.' Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)
Fashion Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Kontoor Brands reports leadership role expansion on COO departure
Kontoor Brands on Tuesday announced that Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire will assume expanded roles on the U.S. denim company's executive leadership team, effective immediately. The Greensboro, North Carolina-based company said Broyles has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief commercial officer & global head of brands, where she will assume leadership responsibility for all international and commercial operations for the Lee and Wrangler brands. Likewise, Alkire has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief financial officer & global head of operations, and will oversee all of Kontoor's supply chain operations. Both executives will report to Kontoor's president, chief executive officer and chairman, Scott Baxter. The Helly Hansen business will continue reporting to Baxter, according to a press release. 'Jenni and Joe have earned these expanded roles through proven performance and strategic leadership, a testament to the depth of talent we are cultivating at Kontoor Brands,' said Baxter. 'This leadership team has the vision and expertise to guide Kontoor's strategic evolution as we expand our portfolio of brands, accelerate growth and continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.' Coinciding with the news, Tom Waldron, executive vice president and chief operating officer, will exit Kontoor Brands after a transition period that will conclude September 30. "I want to recognize and express my gratitude to Tom for his more than six years of leadership at Kontoor as well as his time at our predecessor company,' concluded Baxter. 'Tom has played an important role in our company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors." In its most recent trading update in May, the parent of Lee and Wrangler brands said sales decreased 1 percent to $623 million in the first quarter, on the back of declines in global wholesale.
Fashion Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Kontoor Brands reports leadership role expansion on COO departure
Kontoor Brands on Tuesday announced that Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire will assume expanded roles on the U.S. denim company's executive leadership team, effective immediately. The Greensboro, North Carolina-based company said Broyles has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief commercial officer & global head of brands, where she will assume leadership responsibility for all international and commercial operations for the Lee and Wrangler brands. Likewise, Alkire has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief financial officer & global head of operations, and will oversee all of Kontoor's supply chain operations. Both executives will report to Kontoor's president, chief executive officer and chairman, Scott Baxter. The Helly Hansen business will continue reporting to Baxter, according to a press release. 'Jenni and Joe have earned these expanded roles through proven performance and strategic leadership, a testament to the depth of talent we are cultivating at Kontoor Brands,' said Baxter. 'This leadership team has the vision and expertise to guide Kontoor's strategic evolution as we expand our portfolio of brands, accelerate growth and continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.' Coinciding with the news, Tom Waldron, executive vice president and chief operating officer, will exit Kontoor Brands after a transition period that will conclude September 30. "I want to recognize and express my gratitude to Tom for his more than six years of leadership at Kontoor as well as his time at our predecessor company,' concluded Baxter. 'Tom has played an important role in our company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors." In its most recent trading update in May, the parent of Lee and Wrangler brands said sales decreased 1 percent to $623 million in the first quarter, on the back of declines in global wholesale.
Fashion Network
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Kontoor Brands reports leadership role expansion on COO departure
Kontoor Brands on Tuesday announced that Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire will assume expanded roles on the U.S. denim company's executive leadership team, effective immediately. The Greensboro, North Carolina-based company said Broyles has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief commercial officer & global head of brands, where she will assume leadership responsibility for all international and commercial operations for the Lee and Wrangler brands. Likewise, Alkire has been promoted to the role of executive vice president, chief financial officer & global head of operations, and will oversee all of Kontoor's supply chain operations. Both executives will report to Kontoor's president, chief executive officer and chairman, Scott Baxter. The Helly Hansen business will continue reporting to Baxter, according to a press release. 'Jenni and Joe have earned these expanded roles through proven performance and strategic leadership, a testament to the depth of talent we are cultivating at Kontoor Brands,' said Baxter. 'This leadership team has the vision and expertise to guide Kontoor's strategic evolution as we expand our portfolio of brands, accelerate growth and continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.' Coinciding with the news, Tom Waldron, executive vice president and chief operating officer, will exit Kontoor Brands after a transition period that will conclude September 30. "I want to recognize and express my gratitude to Tom for his more than six years of leadership at Kontoor as well as his time at our predecessor company,' concluded Baxter. 'Tom has played an important role in our company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors." In its most recent trading update in May, the parent of Lee and Wrangler brands said sales decreased 1 percent to $623 million in the first quarter, on the back of declines in global wholesale.
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Kontoor Brands Announces Expanded Global Leadership Roles for Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB), today announced that Jenni Broyles and Joseph Alkire will assume expanded roles on Kontoor's Executive Leadership Team, effective immediately. 'Jenni and Joe have earned these expanded roles through proven performance and strategic leadership, a testament to the depth of talent we are cultivating at Kontoor Brands,' said Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter. 'This leadership team has the vision and expertise to guide Kontoor's strategic evolution as we expand our portfolio of brands, accelerate growth and continue to deliver long-term value for our shareholders.' Broyles will assume leadership responsibility for all international and commercial operations for the Lee and Wrangler brands in the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer & Global Head of Brands, reporting to Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter. Alkire will assume leadership responsibility for Kontoor's supply chain operations in the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Global Head of Operations, reporting to Kontoor's President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Scott Baxter. The Helly Hansen business will continue reporting to Scott Baxter. Tom Waldron, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will exit Kontoor Brands after a transition period that will conclude September 30. 'I want to recognize and express my gratitude to Tom for his more than six years of leadership at Kontoor as well as his time at our predecessor company,' said Baxter. 'Tom has played an important role in our company, and we wish him well in his future endeavors.' About Kontoor Brands Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) is a portfolio of three of the world's most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler ®, Lee ® and Helly Hansen ®. Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long-term value for its stakeholders. For more information about Kontoor Brands, please visit
