Former Hugo Boss director takes president’s role at Nina

06/06/2013
US brand Nina Footwear has appointed former Cole Haan VP of sales Alan Johnson to the newly created role of president.

Mr Johnson, who was also director of sales at Hugo Boss USA, will oversee design, sales and marketing for Delman and all Nina branded divisions, including shoes, bridal, handbags and children's.

He will work closely with CEO Ezra Dabah and Jason Yagoda, chief strategic officer.

"Alan’s strength in sales, merchandising and creative skills will help drive our strategy as we build Nina into a lifestyle brand," said Mr Dabah. "We look forward to seeing Nina as a relevant, strong player in the daytime category while growing our dominant share of the special occasion business. We also see the opportunity to uniquely position Delman within the luxury segment under Alan's leadership."

"Nina and Delman are two great American brands that have graced the feet of women for more than half a century," Mr Johnson said. "Glamorous and powerful women from Marilyn Monroe and Queen Elizabeth to Anne Hathaway and Blake Lively have helped create an allure and mystique to the brands that continues to this day."