Finish Line names new President for Genesco Transaction
24 Jul '07
3 min read
The Finish Line Inc announced that subject to the completion of the Company's previously announced acquisition of Genesco Inc, Robert J. Dennis, currently Genesco's President and Chief Operating Officer, will become President of the combined company. The transaction is expected to close in Fall 2007.
In this newly created position, Mr. Dennis will report directly to Alan H. Cohen, The Finish Line's Chief Executive Officer, and will have oversight responsibility for all of the combined company's operating divisions including Finish Line, Man Alive, Paiva, Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Shi by Journeys, Underground Station, Hat World, Lids Kids, Johnston & Murphy and Licensed Brands. Mr. Dennis will also have oversight responsibility of the combined company's operational support functions, including corporate administration, human resources, real estate and information systems.
Mr. Cohen said, "Bob has been an important member of the Genesco senior team and contributed significantly to the company's recent success. We are delighted we will have him as part of The Finish Line team upon consummation of the Genesco transaction and know that his leadership will help ensure that we realize the opportunity created by the combination of our two companies."
"My career at Genesco has been tremendously satisfying, and I am confident that helping to lead The Finish Line will be as exciting," said Mr. Dennis. "Our two companies share a legacy of creativity and a keen focus on meeting our customers' needs, while also shaping new trends. I look forward to working with Alan and the combined management team as we lead The Finish Line into its next chapter of growth."
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