Steven Madden, Ltd. announced on July 7, 2025, that Karla Frieders, the company's Chief Merchant, has resigned from her position. The Chief Merchant role is critical for product strategy and merchandising across the company's fashion-forward footwear, accessories, and apparel lines.
Concurrently with this executive change, the company's board of directors has been reduced in size. The board now consists of 10 members, down from its previous composition.
The departure of a senior merchandising executive and a change in board structure can signal shifts in internal leadership and strategic oversight for the company.
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