Gregg S. Ribatt

President and Chief Executive Officer
Collective Brands Performance + Lifestyle Group

Gregg leverages his deep understanding of the footwear industry to oversee the development and distribution of some of the world’s most iconic performance and lifestyle brands, including Sperry Top-Sider, Saucony, Keds and Stride Rite. Under Gregg’s leadership, the Performance + Lifestyle Group brand portfolio has experienced significant growth through the introduction of new product lines, increased channels of distribution, and global brand development and marketing.
 
Before joining the Performance + Lifestyle Group in January 2008, Gregg served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Stuart Weitzman Holdings LLC. During his tenure there, he led the company’s day-to-operations and oversaw the expansion of its retail, handbag and licensing businesses.
 
Gregg’s prior experience also includes thirteen years with Bennett Footwear Group, culminating in the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Gregg and a small group of business partners expanded the company’s branded business by acquiring key brands such as Via Spiga, Etienne Aigner and Franco Sarto. Gregg led the sale and subsequent successful transition of the business to Brown Shoe.
 
Gregg, 42, holds a bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University and an MBA from The University of Chicago. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Two Ten Foundation and the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.