Kontoor Executive and Leadership Team

Joseph Alkire, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Kontoor, oversees the company's comprehensive financial strategy and operations. Alkire directs financial planning, analysis, treasury, and investor relations, ensuring fiscal health and driving profitable growth for Kontoor's portfolio of iconic denim brands. This critical role involves managing capital allocation, optimizing financial performance, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company's global manufacturing and distribution efforts. By meticulously analyzing market trends and financial data, Joseph Alkire identifies opportunities for efficiency and revenue enhancement. Alkire's leadership ensures that financial resources are effectively deployed to support product innovation and market expansion for Wrangler® and Lee®. The executive's focus is on maintaining strong financial discipline and delivering consistent shareholder value.

Anthony Cottonaro, the Chief Financial Officer & Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Development, Treasury, Transformation Vice President, Global Finance at Kontoor, spearheads critical financial functions. Cottonaro directs financial planning and analysis, corporate development initiatives, treasury operations, and drives transformation across global finance. This multifaceted role ensures robust financial frameworks are in place to support Kontoor's mission of delivering high-quality apparel and empowering self-expression through its renowned denim brands. By meticulously managing financial resources and identifying strategic growth avenues, Anthony Cottonaro contributes significantly to the company's market position. Cottonaro's expertise in treasury and transformation initiatives optimizes Kontoor's financial architecture, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting global expansion strategies for Wrangler® and Lee®. The executive's guidance is pivotal in navigating complex financial landscapes and achieving sustainable business outcomes.

Gwendolyn Buckaloo, the Executive Assistant To Chief Financial Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer, Kontoor Brands at Kontoor, provides essential administrative and operational support to key financial and human resources leadership. Buckaloo manages complex scheduling, coordinates critical meetings, and facilitates communication between executives and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring seamless workflow for the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer. This role is vital in maintaining the efficiency of high-level decision-making processes that guide Kontoor's global operations and brand development for Wrangler® and Lee®. By expertly handling administrative tasks, Gwendolyn Buckaloo enables the finance and HR leaders to focus on strategic initiatives, including talent management and financial planning. Buckaloo's contribution ensures that the operational backbone supporting Kontoor's mission of delivering quality apparel remains strong and responsive.

Peter Kidd, the Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Kontoor, directs all global human resources functions. Overseeing talent acquisition, employee development, and compensation strategies, Kidd ensures Kontoor attracts and retains top talent essential for its lifestyle apparel business. This leadership role involves fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with the company's mission of empowering self-expression through its iconic denim brands, Wrangler® and Lee®. By optimizing HR operations, Peter Kidd drives employee engagement and supports the company's strategic growth initiatives. Kidd's oversight extends to ensuring compliance with labor laws and implementing best practices in people management across all operational regions. The focus remains on building a robust organizational structure capable of supporting Kontoor's global manufacturing and distribution network.