Chris Brand

Chris Brand currently serves as the General Merchandise Manager (GMM) for Lifestyle at New Balance, a position held since February 2024. Prior to this role, Chris Brand accumulated significant experience in merchandising at Clarks, progressing from Director of Buying for Men's Wholesale to Senior Director of Merchandising from April 2015 to February 2024. Chris Brand also held various buying positions at Urban Outfitters between April 2011 and April 2015, specifically focusing on Men's Footwear and Accessories. Earlier career highlights include roles at Lacoste as Footwear Category Manager for the Americas and Strategic Trend Manager, as well as a sales role at Puma and brand management at UBIQ. Chris Brand began the professional journey in key account sales at Calumet Photographic. Chris Brand's educational background includes studies at the University of Westminster and Alcester Grammar.