Retailer and wholesaler of footwear, apparel, and accessories through its Journeys, Johnston & Murphy, and Lids brands.
Genesco Inc. is a prominent retailer and wholesaler specializing in footwear, apparel, and accessories. The company operates through four main segments: Journeys Group, Schuh Group, Johnston & Murphy Group, and Licensed Brands. The Journeys Group segment caters to young men, women, and children by offering a wide range of footwear and accessories through its Journeys, Journeys Kidz, and Little Burgundy retail chains, complemented by a robust e-commerce presence and catalog sales.
The Schuh Group segment runs Schuh retail footwear stores that provide a diverse selection of casual and athletic footwear. This segment also leverages e-commerce to reach its customers. The Johnston & Murphy Group segment focuses on both retail and e-commerce operations and includes wholesale distribution. It offers an array of men's dress and casual footwear, apparel, and accessories, along with women's footwear and accessories. The Licensed Brands segment markets footwear under notable names such as Levi's, Dockers, and G.H. Bass for all genders and ages, and is also involved in the design and manufacture of STARTER and ETONIC brand footwear.
As of January 29, 2022, Genesco Inc. managed around 1,425 retail stores across the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland. These stores operate primarily under the Journeys, Journeys Kidz, Schuh, Little Burgundy, and Johnston & Murphy names. The company's extensive e-commerce operations include websites such as journeys.com, journeyskidz.com, journeys.ca, schuh.co.uk, schuh.ie, schuh.eu, johnstonmurphy.com, littleburgundyshoes.com, johnstonmurphy.ca, nashvilleshoewarehouse.com, and dockersshoes.com.
Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Genesco Inc. has a long-standing history in the retail industry. The company has consistently evolved to meet market demands, maintaining a strong physical and digital presence to cater to a diverse customer base. Through strategic brand management and a broad retail footprint, Genesco continues to be a significant player in the global footwear and apparel market.