Robert Butler

Robert Butler is an experienced executive in the retail and merchandising sector, currently serving as Chief Product Officer at SV Sports since March 2021, where responsibilities include leading product assortment and planning for various retail concepts. Prior to this role, Butler was Vice President of Merchandising at Orva, contributing $30 million in additional revenue while expanding brands and categories from November 2016 to February 2021. Butler also held significant positions at Sneaker Villa/Ruvilla.com and Jimmy Jazz, focusing on premium footwear and apparel for urban consumers. Earlier in the career, Butler served as Vice President of Merchandising for the men's division at Foot Locker Inc. Robert Butler holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Bridgeport, earned between 1978 and 1982.