Cottage Grove, MN – Regional footwear retailer, Tradehome Shoes, announced the retirement of its CEO, Patrick Teal, effective September 30th. Teal will be succeeded as CEO by Tradehome veteran, Justin Kehrwald.
Teal began his career working for Tradehome part time in 1976, and worked his way up to store manager of the Tradehome store in Devil’s Lake, ND. Teal progressed through the ranks and served as a Regional Supervisor and Buyer prior to being named President in 1997. He was appointed CEO and Chairman of the Board in 1999.
As part of a multi-year management succession plan, Justin Kehrwald will assume the role of CEO October 1. Kehrwald is well-positioned to lead Tradehome into the future, having worked at Tradehome for over 19 years. He brings extensive retail and management experience to the CEO role having managed five Tradehome Shoe stores, serving as Regional Supervisor, Director of Operations and most recently as Chief Operating Officer. Kehrwald will be only the 4th CEO to lead Tradehome as it nears its 100th year anniversary in 2021.
“We have had the pleasure and success to work with Pat, Justin and the Tradehome team for a number of years. The Tradehome team is steeped in tradition, values and solid business acumen that matches with the Birkenstock mission and we only see our mutual success growing going forward,” said David Kahan, Chief Executive Officer, Birkenstock Americas.
Dave Quel, President, ECCO USA, Inc. comments that “Pat and his Tradehome team follow in the tradition of our founder, Karl Toosbuy who coupled his vision and dream with passion, dedication and good old fashion hard work. We are honored to have had such a long and successful relationship and look forward to continuing our mutual track record of success,” continued Quel.
About Tradehome
Tradehome Shoes is a 100% Employee-owned (ESOP) retail footwear company based in Minnesota. Since 1921, Tradehome Shoes has grown to 110 retail stores in 21 states, stocking over 80 brands of shoes and accessories. Tradehome Shoes distinguishes itself with superior customer service and commitment to its local communities and customers.
Founded on the principle of “trading at home,” and in the local community instead of catalogs, for almost 100 years Tradehome Shoes has thrived based on the teamwork of highly trained employee owners committed to delivering exemplary service and popular footwear for the needs of our guests. More can be found at www.tradehome.com.
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Phone: (651) 289-2448
Address:8300 97th Street
City: South Cottage Grove
State: MN 55016
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