Calares announces leadership changes to drive growth, names Jay Schmidt as President

Caleres has announced several transformational changes to its leadership structure that the company said, will ensure greater alignment with its strategic direction, accelerate its growth initiatives, unlock the power of its portfolio of brands and drive sustainable, long-term value for its shareholders. This transition, the company added, combines the organization’s operating divisions under a unified structure. As a part of the new strategy, Jay Schmidt has been named President of the company, effective immediately.