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Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rack Room Shoes Elevates Brian Burnett, Molly Hartney
Rack Room Shoes is elevating two key executives as the retailer realigns its merchandising and digital strategies. Brian Burnett has been promoted to senior vice president, chief merchandise officer. He was senior vice president, general merchandise officer. In his expanded role, Burnett will lead the shoe retailer's product and merchandising strategies, while driving innovation and ensuring alignment across vendor relations, inventory management and product sourcing. A nine-year veteran, Burnett introduced exclusive brand partnerships and played a pivotal role in expanding core product categories to meet evolving customer demand, the company said. More from WWD The Body Shop Names Mike Jatania Chief Executive Officer Steve Madden's Chief Merchant Karla Frieders Resigns Galeries Lafayette Names Arthur Lemoine Chief Executive Officer Molly Hartney was promoted to chief digital officer, a newly created role. She joined the company in 2021 as chief marketing officer, and drove a 40 percent increase in customer retention under her leadership as well as a 36 percent improvement in company productivity. Harney will strengthen Rack Room's digital presence and optimize its digital sales portfolio to integrate the company's marketing functions with its digital sales and omnichannel strategies. The company will not be hiring a new chief marketing officer. A spokeswoman for the company said Hartney will retain her marketing responsibilities and integrate those functions with the digital sales and omnichannel strategies. 'These strategic leadership changes and organizational realignments are pivotal in our ongoing efforts to streamline operations and enhance alignment,' said Mark Lardie, Rack Room's president and CEO. 'Brian, with his deep understanding of consumer trends and merchandising excellence, and Molly, a creative marketing and digital innovator, are uniquely positioned to propel Rack Room Shoes forward. By optimizing our merchandising and digital strategies under their exceptional leadership, we are ensuring sustained success in a dynamic market.' The Charlotte, N.C.-based retailer is over 100 years old and operates over 520 locations nationwide under the banners Rack Room Shoes and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse. Best of WWD All the Retailers That Nike Left and Then Went Back Mikey Madison's Elegant Red Carpet Shoe Style [PHOTOS] Julia Fox's Sleekest and Boldest Shoe Looks Over the Years [Photos]
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rack Room Shoes Announces Dr. Heinz-Horst Deichmann Scholarship Program Winners
The initiative reaffirms long-standing commitment to supporting the educational development of its associates Charlotte, North Carolina--(Newsfile Corp. - June 30, 2025) - Rack Room Shoes recently held its annual Dr. Heinz-Horst Deichmann Scholarship Program in partnership with Scholarship America. Exclusively for Rack Room Shoes associates, the program selected four students who received a $2,000 renewable scholarship to support their educational goals. The scholarship recipients for the 2025-2026 academic year are: Ashley Carter - Sales Associate - Valdosta, Ga. Skyler Elliot - Sales Associate - Valdosta, Ga. Catina Hamilton - Sales Associate - Aiken, S.C. Emery Zelker - Sales Associate - Virginia Beach, Va. The extraordinary Rack Room Shoes associates have demonstrated commitment and leadership in both their academic studies and community involvement. Each recipient earned the scholarship by responding to a thoughtfully crafted essay question, which varies annually and is designed to reflect the values and aspirations of the program. By investing in the ongoing education of the young scholars, Rack Room Shoes aims to support the overall development of its valued associates. "Supporting the next generation of talent is crucial," said Mark Lardie, president and chief executive officer of Rack Room Shoes. "We admire the dedication our scholarship winners have shown in furthering their education, and we look forward to seeing what else our four outstanding recipients accomplish in the future." Additionally, seven scholarship winners from previous years were renewed for another year of scholarship support, bringing the total to 11 scholarship recipients awarded for the 2025-2026 school year. Through initiatives like the Dr. Heinz-Horst Deichmann Scholarship Program, Rack Room Shoes remains committed to fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for the growth and success of its associates. 2025-2026 Dr. Heinz-Horst Deichmann Scholarship Program Winners To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: About Rack Room Shoes Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Rack Room Shoes is known as an innovator in the shoe industry for over 100 years. Rack Room Shoes operates more than 520 locations nationwide under the Rack Room Shoes and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse brands. Both brands offer a great variety of on-trend styles for women, men and children in athletic, comfort and dress categories, while providing a delightful and trusted shopping experience for our valued customers. Through Rack Room Shoes Gives, our ongoing philanthropic program, we provide ways in which customers and employees can seek support for charitable organizations, instilling trust and inspiration in the communities we serve. Media Contacts: Dejah Gilliam Brenda Christmon LinkedInInstagramFacebook To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
24-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rack Room Shoes Announces Winners of the 2025 Teacher of the Year Contest
Teachers recognized for their exceptional dedication and impact on students' lives Charlotte, North Carolina--(Newsfile Corp. - June 24, 2025) - Rack Room Shoes held its annual Teacher of the Year contest, which allowed customers to nominate deserving and dedicated teachers who have made a positive and influential impact. Each winning teacher has been awarded a $10,000 technology grant for their school and a $500 Rack Room Shoes gift card. After a thorough selection process, Rack Room Shoes is proud to recognize these five outstanding teachers: The 2025 Teacher of the Year Contest began with an open call for nominations, inviting individuals from across the country to share stories of their favorite teachers and how these educators have positively influenced their lives or the lives of their children. More than 300 teachers were nominated nationwide, each deserving recognition for their exceptional dedication. After a public vote period, the five winning teachers were chosen. 'We are thrilled to honor these inspiring teachers for the meaningful differences they've made in the lives of their students,' said Brenda Christmon, senior director of brand communications at Rack Room Shoes. 'Their passion and commitment to education inspires us all. Through this contest, we aim to shine a light on their remarkable achievements.' To expand access to hands-on learning in media and communications, one of the winning schools plans to implement a full broadcast system. Last year's Teacher of the Year winners utilized their technology grants to enhance student learning through tools like 3D printers, laptops and STEAM lab resources. [ This image cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] 2025 Teacher of the Year Winners To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: About Rack Room Shoes Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Rack Room Shoes is known as an innovator in the shoe industry for over 100 years. Rack Room Shoes operates more than 520 locations nationwide under the Rack Room Shoes and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse brands. Both brands offer a great variety of on-trend styles for women, men and children in athletic, comfort and dress categories, while providing a delightful and trusted shopping experience for our valued customers. Through Rack Room Shoes Gives, our ongoing philanthropic program, we provide ways in which customers and employees can seek support for charitable organizations, instilling trust and inspiration in the communities we serve. Media Contacts: Dejah Gilliam 704-520-1248 [email protected] Brenda Christmon 704-491-1850 [email protected] X Instagram Facebook To view the source version of this press release, please visit
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rack Room Shoes Announces Winners of the 2025 Teacher of the Year Contest
Teachers recognized for their exceptional dedication and impact on students' lives Charlotte, North Carolina--(Newsfile Corp. - June 24, 2025) - Rack Room Shoes held its annual Teacher of the Year contest, which allowed customers to nominate deserving and dedicated teachers who have made a positive and influential impact. Each winning teacher has been awarded a $10,000 technology grant for their school and a $500 Rack Room Shoes gift card. After a thorough selection process, Rack Room Shoes is proud to recognize these five outstanding teachers: Gladis Hinojos, a fourth-grade teacher at Riverside Elementary in El Paso, Texas Beverly Keane, a math teacher at West Millbrook Magnet Middle in Raleigh, North Carolina Lauren Pedersen, a fourth-grade teacher at Providence Spring Elementary in Charlotte, North Carolina Danicia Randolph, a science teacher at Ridge Road Middle in Charlotte, North Carolina Adrienne Ruckser, a fourth-grade teacher at Lead Mine Elementary in Raleigh, North Carolina The 2025 Teacher of the Year Contest began with an open call for nominations, inviting individuals from across the country to share stories of their favorite teachers and how these educators have positively influenced their lives or the lives of their children. More than 300 teachers were nominated nationwide, each deserving recognition for their exceptional dedication. After a public vote period, the five winning teachers were chosen. "We are thrilled to honor these inspiring teachers for the meaningful differences they've made in the lives of their students," said Brenda Christmon, senior director of brand communications at Rack Room Shoes. "Their passion and commitment to education inspires us all. Through this contest, we aim to shine a light on their remarkable achievements." To expand access to hands-on learning in media and communications, one of the winning schools plans to implement a full broadcast system. Last year's Teacher of the Year winners utilized their technology grants to enhance student learning through tools like 3D printers, laptops and STEAM lab resources. 2025 Teacher of the Year Winners To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: About Rack Room Shoes Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Rack Room Shoes is known as an innovator in the shoe industry for over 100 years. Rack Room Shoes operates more than 520 locations nationwide under the Rack Room Shoes and Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse brands. Both brands offer a great variety of on-trend styles for women, men and children in athletic, comfort and dress categories, while providing a delightful and trusted shopping experience for our valued customers. Through Rack Room Shoes Gives, our ongoing philanthropic program, we provide ways in which customers and employees can seek support for charitable organizations, instilling trust and inspiration in the communities we serve. Media Contacts: Dejah Gilliam704-520-1248 Brenda XInstagramFacebook To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
