Scott Labbe

Senior VP @ KEEN | Product Management, Development, Merchandising, Innovation, Design at KEEN

Scott Labbe has over 30 years of work experience, with a strong focus on the footwear industry. Scott has held various leadership roles in multiple companies, including KEEN, Eastland Shoe, Cole Haan, Brahmin Leather Works, Wolverine Worldwide, and Timberland.

Scott Labbe's most recent role was as the Senior VP at KEEN, where they led and inspired teams in product management, development, merchandising, innovation, and design. Scott was responsible for establishing the strategic direction of all categories and optimizing sales and brand presence globally.

Before joining KEEN, Scott Labbe served as the Chief Product & Supply Chain Officer at Eastland Shoe, where they oversaw product and supply chain operations. Prior to that, they were the Vice President of Product Development, Innovation, Materials, Costing, and Engineering at Cole Haan.

Scott Labbe has also held leadership positions at Brahmin Leather Works, Wolverine Worldwide, and Timberland, where they focused on global sourcing, product development, and advanced concepts.

Throughout their career, Scott Labbe has demonstrated strong expertise in cross-functional collaboration, strategic planning, and driving product innovation. Scott has a comprehensive understanding of the footwear industry and a proven track record of successfully managing product development processes.

Overall, Scott Labbe's extensive work experience showcases their leadership skills and expertise in the footwear industry, making him a valuable asset to any organization.

Scott Labbe's education history includes:

- From 2018 to 2020, Scott attended Southern New Hampshire University, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Organizational Leadership.

- From 2001 to 2005, Scott attended Kaplan University and earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Business.

- In the same period (2001 to 2005), Scott also attended Northeast Technical Institute, where they received a certificate in Graphic Design and Web Development.

- In 1998 and 1999, Scott attended Central Maine Community College and obtained a certificate in Marketing and Graphic Design.

In addition to their formal education, Scott Labbe has obtained various certifications:

- In November 2021, they completed the "Illustrator 2020 One-on-One: Fundamentals" certification from LinkedIn.

- In August 2021, they completed the "Design Thinking: Understanding the Process," "Humble Leadership: The Power of Relationships, Openness, and Trust (getAbstract Summary)," "Running a Design Business: Leading a Creative Team," and "The Six Morning Habits of High Performers" certifications, all from LinkedIn.

- In March 2021, they completed the "Illustrator 2020 Essential Training" certification from LinkedIn.

- In May 2014, they obtained a Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt certification from Washburn University.

- In January 2001, they earned a certification in Graphic Design, Web Development, and Marketing from Northeast Technical Institute.

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Timeline

  • Senior VP @ KEEN | Product Management, Development, Merchandising, Innovation, Design

    April, 2023 - present

  • Vice President Global Product Innovation Development And Design

    May, 2019