Jim Conroy, chief executive of Irvine-based Boot Born, is stepping down effective Nov. 22, the retailer announced Monday.
Conroy has served as president and CEO of Boot Barn Holdings Inc. since 2012. John Hazen, the company’s current chief digital officer, will assume the role of interim CEO after Conroy’s exit.
“After 12 incredible years, I am filled with immense gratitude for this company and the extraordinary people who have been by my side throughout this journey,” Conroy said in statement. “Together, we’ve built something truly special, and I will forever cherish the shared successes, challenges, and memories we created. Thank you for your trust, dedication, and passion—I leave with a heart full of pride and appreciation for every one of you.”
Shares of Boot Barn (NYSE: BOOT) dropped about 8.2% in after-hours trading to $149 apiece; during regular trading, shares had climbed 2% to $161.22 and a $5 billion market cap.
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