Kontoor Brands
How Lee and Wrangler Stepped Up
CEO Scott Baxter looks back at how the budget jeans business now known as Kontoor Brands found its footing…
Shuffle Board: Beyond Bolsters Executive Teams, DHL Supply Chain Names NA CEO
Beyond Inc. added several key leaders to its team while DHL's Patrick Kelleher will assume the role of CEO in…
Wrangler & Lee Parent Kontoor Leans Into Collabs
Kontoor's collaborations for Wrangler are growing brand awareness among consumers, while an outdoor focus…
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Wrangler, Lee Owner Says Challenges ‘Pronounced’ in First Half
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Shuffle Board: Zac Posen Named Creative Director of Gap, VF Corp CFO Exits
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Barbie Is Wrangler’s ‘Fastest-Selling Collaboration’: Kontoor CEO
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Wholesale Shines for Kontoor’s Wrangler and Lee Brands
The Scott Baxter-led affordable denim company is picking up momentum despite the economy — and faring much…
Long Growth Runway Ahead for Denim, Activewear, Analysts Say
Levi Strauss, Lululemon, Kontoor's Wrangler and Lee brands and Boot Barn are positioned for growth in denim…
Wrangler and Lee Owner Already Met 2025 Water Savings Goal
The Indigood Program is behind Kontoor Brands' sustainable win.
Shuffle Board: Kontoor EVP Retires, Happy Socks Names New CEO
VF named a new chief people officer, FIT added new faculty members, and Naveena has a new sales executive.
Buddy Lee Gets a Be@rbrick Doll Makeover
Lee teamed with Japanese toy manufacturer Medicom Toy to produce the denim-clad figurines.
Wrangler, Lee Bet on Pop Culture Moments
The brands are working overtime to stay on Gen Z's radar.
Saggy Global Sales Gave Kontoor the Q1 Blues
"Increases domestically were muted by expected softness in international markets," said Scott Baxter, CEO of…