Caleres Executive and Leadership Team

Daniel Karpel, the Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer & Interim Chief Financial Officer at Caleres, manages the company's financial operations and reporting. Karpel oversees accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all financial regulations. In the interim Chief Financial Officer capacity, Karpel directs financial planning, analysis, and capital management, supporting the company's growth strategies. This critical role involves safeguarding the company's assets and optimizing financial performance across its global sourcing and retail distribution networks. Karpel's leadership ensures financial integrity, providing stakeholders with reliable insights into Caleres' fiscal health. By maintaining rigorous financial controls, Daniel Karpel supports the long-term sustainability and market impact of Caleres' diverse footwear portfolio.

Keith Duplain, the President, St Louis Branded Portfolio at Caleres, directs the strategic vision and operational execution for a key segment of the company's brand offerings. Duplain oversees the performance and growth of brands managed from the St. Louis hub, ensuring alignment with Caleres' overall market strategy. This leadership position involves driving product innovation, merchandising, and marketing initiatives to enhance brand equity and consumer engagement. Duplain works to optimize the go-to-market strategies for these brands, leveraging Caleres' extensive sourcing and distribution capabilities. By focusing on market trends and consumer preferences, Keith Duplain ensures the continued success and relevance of the St. Louis branded portfolio within the competitive footwear landscape. The President, St Louis Branded Portfolio champions the unique identity and commercial success of these vital brands.

Jonathan Lelonek, the President, Brand Stuart Weitzman at Caleres, leads the strategic direction and operational management for the luxury footwear brand Stuart Weitzman. Lelonek is responsible for driving brand growth, enhancing its global market presence, and ensuring product excellence that reflects the brand's heritage of craftsmanship and sophisticated design. This executive role involves overseeing product development, marketing, sales, and retail strategies specifically tailored to the Stuart Weitzman consumer. Lelonek works to elevate the brand's positioning in the luxury market, capitalizing on Caleres' extensive resources and expertise. By fostering innovation and maintaining a keen focus on market dynamics, Jonathan Lelonek ensures Stuart Weitzman continues to resonate with discerning customers worldwide. The President, Brand Stuart Weitzman champions the brand's unique aesthetic and commercial success.

Willis Hill, the Chief Information Officer at Caleres, directs the company's global technology strategy and infrastructure. Hill oversees all aspects of information systems, ensuring robust digital platforms support Caleres' diverse brand portfolio and global operations. This leadership role involves driving innovation in IT solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement across all channels. Hill's focus includes cybersecurity, data analytics, and the integration of new technologies to maintain Caleres' competitive edge in the footwear market. By architecting scalable IT systems, Willis Hill enables seamless collaboration and data-driven decision-making throughout the organization, directly supporting the company's mission of delivering style and comfort.

Kathleen Welter, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Caleres, leads all human capital strategies and initiatives. Welter is responsible for cultivating a high-performance culture that aligns with Caleres' core values of craftsmanship, style, and comfort. This executive function encompasses talent acquisition, development, compensation, and employee relations across the global organization. Welter drives programs designed to attract, retain, and engage a diverse workforce, ensuring that human resources support the company's strategic objectives. By fostering an inclusive and dynamic work environment, Kathleen Welter empowers employees to contribute to the success of brands like Naturalizer and Allen Edmonds. The Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that Caleres' people are its greatest asset, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Tom Burke, the Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary at Caleres, provides comprehensive legal counsel and oversees corporate governance. Burke manages all legal affairs for the company, ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations across Caleres' global operations. This role involves advising the executive team and the Board of Directors on a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, intellectual property, litigation, and corporate compliance. Burke's responsibilities extend to managing external legal resources and mitigating legal risks associated with Caleres' diverse business activities, from manufacturing to retail. By maintaining robust legal frameworks, Tom Burke safeguards the company's interests and supports its strategic objectives. The Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary plays a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and operational stability of Caleres.