“We’re excited to have a dynamic leader like Ken Hannah join us as CFO”, stated  Diane Sullivan, CEO, President and Chairman of Brown Shoe Company, adding: “His strong finance background and executive experience combined with his deep understanding of retail will help Brown Shoe Company, as we drive toward achieving our long-term financial targets.”

Mr. Hannah will have responsibility for the company’s finance, accounting, treasury, external reporting, tax, real estate and investor relations functions. He will be based at Brown Shoe Company’s corporate headquarters in St. Louis.

“I’m looking forward to joining Brown Shoe Company, as they continue to grow and evolve”, commented Mr. Hannah, adding: “There is a great deal of opportunity in the footwear industry, and I’m excited to help Brown Shoe Company as it continues to move forward and redefine itself as a company".

Kenneth Hannah recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of JC Penney Company, Inc.. Previously, he had multiple executive roles at SunEdison (formerly MEMC Electronic Materials) and at The Home Depot. Mr. Hannah holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Southern Illinois University and a Master of Business Administration from St. Louis University.