Jennifer Olsen Joins Caleres as Chief Marketing Officer

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Caleres (NYSE: CAL) has announced the appointment of Jennifer "Jenny" Olsen as the new Chief Marketing Officer, effective June 28. Olsen will oversee brand marketing, consumer analytics, media, and creative strategies. Diane Sullivan, Chairman and CEO, highlighted Olsen's extensive marketing experience and her role in driving revenue and brand growth. Previously CMO at UNTUCKit and with notable roles at StitchFix and Yahoo!, Olsen aims to leverage her direct-to-consumer expertise to enhance Caleres' brand reach and accelerate digital growth.

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• Jennifer Olsen brings extensive marketing experience from prior roles at UNTUCKit, StitchFix, and Yahoo!.
• The appointment is expected to drive revenue growth and strengthen consumer connections across Caleres brands.
• Olsen's expertise in digital marketing aligns with Caleres' strategic priorities.

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Jennifer “Jenny” Olsen has been named Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for Caleres (NYSE: CAL), it was announced today by Diane Sullivan, Chairman and CEO of Caleres. Olsen, who will begin on June 28, will oversee all brand marketing for Caleres including consumer analytics, media and creative.

Jennifer Olsen named Chief Marketing Officer of Caleres (Photo: Business Wire)

“Jenny will serve as a key member of the Caleres leadership team. Her expertise will be instrumental in leading the marketing efforts across our entire Caleres portfolio to drive revenue and build our brands,” said Sullivan. “Her strong marketing, consumer research and digital background align perfectly with our strategic priorities, including strengthening the power and broadening the reach of our brands and products and accelerating digital growth with stronger consumer connections. I’m confident that Jenny, in combination with the teams already in place, will be the key that will unlock the potential to grow the customer base across our portfolio.”

Olsen was most recently the CMO of UNTUCKit, where she led the marketing and creative teams and played a significant role in the brand’s growth over the last several years. Prior to that, she served as Vice President of Media Marketing for Yahoo!. She built her fashion and retail expertise as CMO of StitchFix and Crate & Barrel, and spent time at Gap, Inc., as Vice President of their ecommerce start-up Piperlime. Olsen holds a bachelor’s degree from Colgate and her master’s degree in marketing and strategy from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

“I first encountered Caleres nearly 15 years ago when we were getting Piperlime up and running. I was impressed then, and the company has evolved to an incredible platform on which to create and grow brands that customers know, love and trust,” said Olsen. “I’ve always loved and respected the Caleres brands and see so much potential. The strength I can bring to the table is that strong, disruptive direct-to-consumer background. I can use that muscle to help power the brands for greater success.”

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Marketing Officer of Caleres?

Jennifer "Jenny" Olsen has been appointed as the new Chief Marketing Officer of Caleres.

When will Jennifer Olsen start her role as CMO for Caleres?

Jennifer Olsen will begin her role as Chief Marketing Officer on June 28.

What experience does Jennifer Olsen have before joining Caleres?

Before joining Caleres, Jennifer Olsen served as CMO at UNTUCKit and held key marketing roles at StitchFix, Yahoo!, and Crate & Barrel.

What is the main goal of hiring Jennifer Olsen as CMO of Caleres?

The main goal of hiring Jennifer Olsen is to drive revenue growth, enhance brand reach, and accelerate digital marketing efforts.

What will Jennifer Olsen oversee as CMO at Caleres?

As CMO, Jennifer Olsen will oversee all brand marketing, consumer analytics, media, and creative strategies for Caleres.