Douglas Jakubowski

Douglas Jakubowski has extensive experience in executive leadership roles within the fashion industry. Currently serving as President at Steve Madden since August 2020, Jakubowski previously held key positions including Chief Merchandising Officer at Golden Touch Imports, Inc., and President of North America at FitFlop. Additional notable roles include Chief Merchandising Officer at Perry Ellis International and Kenneth Cole Productions, where responsibilities encompassed P&L management and the strategic direction of various product lines. Jakubowski's tenure at Perry Ellis International from 1997 to 2005 is marked by successfully guiding the company through a merger while doubling corporate volume. Jakubowski's educational background includes an A.A.S. in Merchandising from LIM College and the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising.