KNS International, a Draper-based designed and marketer of branded footwear, has named Greg Tunney its new CEO.
KNS said the appointment will position the company to continue enhancing its market position and fostering long-term growth and profitability across its various brand, which includes Journee, Taft and Vance. KNS products are sold through e-commerce retail partners and online marketplaces.
Tunney, who also joined the KNS board of directors in 2023, brings extensive experience leading publicly traded and privately held businesses in the footwear industry. Before his appointment at KNS International, Tunney served as the CEO of Manitobah, a Canadian footwear company. Previously, he was the global brand president at Wolverine Worldwide, where he was responsible for operations in 122 countries.
KNS International is majority-owned by Centre Partners, a private equity firm making control investments in North American-based businesses primarily in the consumer, business services and healthcare industries.
“Greg’s profound expertise, passion for product innovation and leadership style make him an incredible fit for KNS as the company executes on its long-term strategic growth plan,” said Michael Schnabel, senior partner at Centre Partners. “His commitment to excellence and multiple decades of industry experience will enhance our competitive edge significantly.”
“I was drawn to KNS by its strong portfolio of brands, unique business model and capabilities, and best-in-class talent among its ranks,” said Tunney. “The company has experienced impressive growth to date under Centre Partners’ ownership and I see significant opportunity for that to compound over the coming years.”