CEO, President, Boot Barn Holdings
WHY: Runs dominant western wear-focused retailer. Its shares doubled through late 2019 to $1B; revenue up 40% over three years to $800M; earnings $40M.
RECENT: Company routinely buys small chains, extending bet on store-focused strategy, while adding e-commerce. E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year 2019. Named to board of Party City chain.
NOTABLE: Amid general face-to-face selling woes has staked out targeted niche work. Previously president, COO Claire’s stores.
