Jean Holness

Jean Holness is an experienced professional in the footwear retail industry, currently serving as Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for Journeys Kidz at Genesco since 1986. Leading a team of approximately 30 Buyers and Merchandisers, Jean Holness is responsible for managing product assortments and inventory levels across around 250 Journeys Kidz stores and numerous Journeys and Unerground by Journeys locations. Previous roles at Genesco include Buyer for Men's Casuals, Merchandiser for Journeys Athletic, and various managerial positions in retail, including Store Manager and District Sales Manager. Jean Holness began the tenure at Genesco as a Store Manager at FootScene from 1983 to 1985. Education includes studies at Central Florida Community College, Journeys University, and Belmont University.