Douglas Howe
Chief Executive Officer at DESIGNER BRANDS INC.
Net worth: 883 906 $ as of 29/04/2024
Network origin in Douglas Howe first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 25 | |
| Public Company | Department Stores | 20 | |
Qurate Retail Group, Inc.
 Qurate Retail Group, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Qurate Retail Group, Inc., the American company believes in a third way to shop, beyond transactional ecommerce or traditional brick-and-mortar stores, for customers who crave engaging shopping experiences. The company curates products responsibly, source and manufacture responsibly, and prioritize human rights and the environment in the supply chain. The company envisions a future where every product has a story and a human connection. The company connects dreamers with discoverers, designers and innovators with shoppers looking for unique experiences that enrich life’s everyday moments. The company prioritizes protecting the environment through energy-efficient and waste-smart operations, sustainable packaging, and shipping and logistics.
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| Subsidiary | Specialty Stores | 2 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Douglas Howe via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
Harvard University
 Harvard University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
DSW Shoe Warehouse, Inc.
 DSW Shoe Warehouse, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade DSW Shoe Warehouse, Inc. provides retail shoe sale services. It offers shoes for men and women. The company is headquartered in Columbus, OH. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | President President Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Ohio State University
 The Ohio State University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Global Factory, Inc. provides collaborative manufacturing execution systems. The firm's software gather, organize & analyze demand, production & quality data from various sources and monitor key indicators & execute business processes to control, manage & optimize distributed manufacturing operations. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| EXPRESS, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Investor Relations Contact Comptroller/Controller/Auditor Director/Board Member | |
| BIG LOTS, INC. | Discount Stores | Director/Board Member Treasurer | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| CARDINAL HEALTH, INC. | Medical Distributors | Corporate Officer/Principal Director of Finance/CFO | |
| LULULEMON ATHLETICA INC. | Internet Retail | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Wisconsin | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Tween Brands, Inc.
 Tween Brands, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Tween Brands, Inc. retails personal care products, apparels and jewelry for teenage girls. Its brands include Limited Too and Justice. The company sells apparel, such as jeans, skirts, shorts, dresses, and outerwear, as well as accessories. Tween Brands also provides footwear and lifestyle products, such as bedroom furnishings, music, and toiletries. The firm was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in New Albany, OH. | Apparel/Footwear | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| SUPERVALU INC. | Food Distributors | Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Kohl's, Inc.
 Kohl's, Inc. Department StoresRetail Trade Kohl's, Inc. operates a chain of family-oriented department stores. The company is headquartered in Menomonee Falls, WI. | Department Stores | Director/Board Member Human Resources Officer | |
California State Automobile Association
 California State Automobile Association Multi-Line InsuranceFinance California State Automobile Association operates as a not-for-profit motor club. The firm provides emergency roadside assistance and auto insurance services. Its coverage options include bodily injury liability, medical payment, uninsured/under-insured motorist, property damage liability, comprehensive coverage, collision coverage, personal injury protection, automobile death benefits, new car added protection and rental reimbursement. The company was founded in 1907 and is headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA. | Multi-Line Insurance | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| CHICO'S FAS, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Town Shoes Ltd.
 Town Shoes Ltd. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Town Shoes Ltd. owns and operates shoe stores. It sells and distributes women's and men's footwear, handbags and accessories. The company was founded by Leonard Simpson in 1952 and is headquartered in Downsview, Canada. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | President President | |
| University of Cincinnati (Ohio) | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Schottenstein Stores Corp.
 Schottenstein Stores Corp. Department StoresRetail Trade Schottenstein Stores Corp. operates departmental furniture store. The company was founded by Jerome Schottenstein in 1972 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH. | Department Stores | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
American Signature, Inc.
 American Signature, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade American Signature, Inc. operates home furnishing stores. The company operates stores featuring home furnishing collections such as American Signature Gallery and the Euro Manor line in Florida, Georgia, New York, and Tennessee. It designs and builds its own pieces, as well as operating its own warehouses and distribution centers. The company is headquartered in Columbus, OH. | Specialty Stores | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| Schottenstein Realty LLC | Chairman Chief Operating Officer | ||
Schottenstein Property Group, Inc.
 Schottenstein Property Group, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Schottenstein Property Group is a real estate company that owns, operates, acquires, and redevelops high-quality shopping centers in major population centers throughout the United States. The private company is based in Columbus, OH. The company's portfolio includes 80 retail properties in 23 states, totaling approximately 11.5 million square feet. | Real Estate Development | Chairman Chief Operating Officer | |
Dell, Inc.
 Dell, Inc. Computer Processing HardwareElectronic Technology Dell, Inc. engages in the manufacture of electronic devices. Its products include laptops, desktops, tablets, thin clients, printers, monitors, software, workstations and accessories. The company was founded by Michael Saul Dell on February 1, 1984 and is headquartered in Round Rock, TX. | Computer Processing Hardware | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Accenture LLP
 Accenture LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Accenture LLP provides management consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. Its services encompass customer relationship, finance, human resources, service, supply chain, information management, business process, and infrastructure outsourcing services. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| WELLS FARGO & COMPANY | Major Banks | Sales & Marketing | |
| Wellesley College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Walgreen Co.
 Walgreen Co. Drugstore ChainsRetail Trade Walgreen Co. engages in the provision of pharmacy, health, and wellness solutions. Its services include pharmacy, front end, health care services, and consumer services. The company was founded by Charles R. Walgreen, Sr. in 1901 and is headquartered in Deerfield, IL. | Drugstore Chains | Sales & Marketing | |
| University of Oregon | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Chicago Academy of Sciences, Inc.
 Chicago Academy of Sciences, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Chicago Academy of Sciences, Inc. operates museums. Chicago Academy of Sciences, Inc. is based in Chicago, IL. | Other Consumer Services | Director/Board Member | |
| BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB HOLDINGS, INC. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
| TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
| BURLINGTON STORES, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Chief Executive Officer | |
Shop.org
 Shop.org Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Shop.org provides online marketing and merchandising information. It enables to share information about e-tailing and other non-store retailing channels. Shop.org also provides workshops, seminars, networking opportunities, research and e-commerce trade shows. It also publishes a weekly newsletter. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Internet Software/Services | Chairman | |
Burlington Coat Factory Investments Holdings, Inc.
 Burlington Coat Factory Investments Holdings, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Burlington Coat Factory Investments Holdings, Inc. is a holding company with interest in apparel products. It offers ladies sportswear, menswear, coats, family footwear, baby furniture and accessories, as well as home decor and gifts. The firm operates under the name of Cohoes Fashions, MJM Designer Shoes and Burlington Coat Factory. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Burlington, NJ. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Chief Executive Officer | |
Burlington Coat Factory Direct Corp.
 Burlington Coat Factory Direct Corp. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Burlington Coat Factory Direct Corp. provides clothing and accessories. It offers coats, ladies’ dresses and suits, ladies’ career and casual collections and separates, lingerie, men’s clothing, furnishings, men’s sportswear and activewear, children’s clothing, newborn to pre-teen, children’s clothing, newborn to pre-teen, shoes for men, women, and children, everything you want and need for baby, linens, home décor, handbags and other fashion accessories. The company was founded by Monroe G. Milstein in 1972 and is headquartered in Burlington, NJ. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Chief Executive Officer | |
Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse Corp.
 Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse Corp. Department StoresRetail Trade Burlington Coat Factory Warehouse Corp. engages in the retailing of ready-to-wear apparel. It offers suits, sportswear, accessories, menswear, family footwear, and children's clothing. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Burlington, NJ. | Department Stores | President | |
| MIT Sloan School of Management | College/University | Graduate Degree | |
6pm.com
 6pm.com Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Part of Amazon.com, Inc., 6pm.com is a company that retails shoes online. The company is based in Greenwood Village, CO. 6pm.com was acquired by Zappos.com LLC, a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc. from eBags, Inc. on February 19, 2008. The company was founded by Peter S. Cobb. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Founder | |
Small Business Community Capital LLC
 Small Business Community Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Small Business Community Capital LLC (Small Business Community Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2014 by Monika Mantilla and Jay Garcia. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor | |
| University of Toronto | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Dress for Success Worldwide
 Dress for Success Worldwide Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Dress for Success Worldwide provides business suits and career development to low-income women. The company was founded by Nancy Lublin in 1996 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
| HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY | Department Stores | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
KEEPS Corp.
 KEEPS Corp. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services KEEPS Corp. provides retail automotive service department analytics, repair order analysis, and service management support services for automotive retail service operations in the United States and Canada. It offers solutions in the areas of training and coaching, and dealer management system. The firm also provides insights in the areas of perfect pricing, and pay plan development and management. The company was founded by Vernon Branch in 1994 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer | |
| TESSCO TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED | Electronics Distributors | Director/Board Member | |
| DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC. | Specialty Stores | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Expertvoice, Inc.
 Expertvoice, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Expertvoice, Inc. operates a platform that connects a community of influential products experts with brands, retailers, and consumers. It operates two web-based services: 3point5.com and ProMotive.com. 3point5.com trains retail sales associates on a brand's product line and aims to improve sales numbers as a result of that knowledge. ProMotive.com tries to help brands connect to thousands of credible professionals whose product benefits them according to the embargoed release. The company was founded by Paul Kirwin in 2004 and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT. | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member | |
| THE HOME DEPOT, INC. | Home Improvement Chains | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| CARMAX, INC. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member |
Statistics
International
| United States | 47 |
| Canada | 5 |
Sectoral
| Retail Trade | 24 |
| Consumer Services | 11 |
| Finance | 5 |
| Commercial Services | 5 |
| Distribution Services | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 165 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 90 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 55 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 37 |
| Chairman | 34 |
Most connected contacts
| Insiders | |
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| Frank Sica | 30 |
| Michael Bender | 21 |
| Jay Schottenstein | 19 |
| Marc Chini | 17 |
| Stephen E. Watson | 17 |
| Joanna Lau | 17 |
| Nina Vaca-Humrichouse | 16 |
| Paul Gaffney | 13 |
| Peter Cobb | 13 |
| Bruce Besanko | 13 |
| Andrea O'Donnell | 12 |
| Robbin Mitchell | 12 |
| Elaine Eisenman | 12 |
| Sona Chawla | 12 |
| Steven A. Burd | 11 |
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