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Designer Brands Inc. Plans CEO Transition in April

by Katie Lee January 5, 2023

Columbus, Ohio — Designer Brands Inc., one of the world’s largest designers, producers and retailers of footwear and accessories, has planned a CEO transition. The company’s board of directors has appointed Doug Howe, president of DSW, to succeed Roger Rawlins as the company’s chief executive officer, effective April 1, 2023, at which time Rawlins will step down as CEO and as a member of the board of directors. Rawlins will continue to work with the company for a 12-month period in a strategic advisor role to facilitate a seamless leadership …

January 5, 2023

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DSW and Cobblers Direct Launch Shoe Repair Services in All 500+ Stores Nationwide

by Katie Lee November 22, 2022

Austin, Texas — Cobblers Direct, the online spin-off of the world’s largest and most trusted shoe, boot, belt and handbag repair company based in Austin, Texas, is partnering with DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse to offer high quality shoe repair services in all 500+ stores across the country. Shoe repair is a rapidly growing need, and with few local cobblers left to meet the demand, the new partnership with Cobblers Direct gives DSW customers instant, nationwide access to expert shoe repair. “DSW is hyper-focused on delighting our customers, offering diverse brands …

November 22, 2022

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David’s Bridal Appoints New VP of Global Creative & Brand Marketing

by Katie Lee April 14, 2021

Conshohocken, Pa. — David’s Bridal has appointed Bryan Dow as vice president of global creative and brand marketing. He joined the company on April 5, 2021. Dow comes to David’s with over 20 years of strategic creative and brand marketing experience holding multiple leadership roles at national brands including OshKosh B’gosh, DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse and Lands’ End. In his new role at David’s Bridal, Dow will lead the brand and creative teams with a strategic focus on accelerating the company’s brand presence and creative marketing strategies. He will report …

April 14, 2021

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DSW Plans To Invigorate Brand With New Store Design

by Katie Lee September 27, 2017

Columbus, Ohio — DSW Inc., a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, has a new brand mission, focused on building engaging customer experiences and improving operational execution, among other strategic initiatives.

September 27, 2017

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DSW Opens First Store Outside North America

by Katie Lee June 30, 2017

Columbus, Ohio — DSW Inc., a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, is opening its first warehouse in the Middle Eastern country of Oman. Located at the Muscat Grand Mall, the new store marks the first expansion of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse outside North America.

June 30, 2017