Brett Barnes is an experienced retail professional specializing in footwear with a career spanning over 20 years. Currently serving as a Retail Footwear Specialist for Bass Pro Shops since October 2023, Brett oversees footwear operations across 170+ locations in the US and Canada, collaborating with store leaders, merchants, and visual merchandising teams to optimize inventory and enhance the customer experience. Previously, Brett held various managerial roles at Boot Barn, Crocs, ASICS Corporation, Wolverine Worldwide, and Tradehome Shoes, achieving continuous sales growth and successfully training and promoting numerous team members. Notably, Brett founded the Branson Pickleball Club, growing it to 1,400 national members while renovating multiple sites for public use. With a degree in Graphic Design from Oklahoma Christian University, Brett also has a strong background in graphic design and digital marketing.