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Designer Brands
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Designer Brands

Designer Brands

Public

Designer Brands Inc.: A US-based footwear retailer, designing, producing, and retailing shoes and accessories.

HQ
Columbus, OH, US
Founded
1969
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Designer Brands Inc., founded on January 20, 1969, and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is a leading US-based footwear retailer. The company designs, produces, and retails a wide range of shoes and accessories, including boots, sandals, sneakers, socks, and handbags. With a mission to inspire self-expression through footwear, Designer Brands operates 501 locations across the United States and aims to transform and define the footwear industry.

Notable figures affiliated with Designer Brands include Chairman Jay Schottenstein and CEO Roger Rawlins. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker DBI and is a component of the S&P 600. In 2019, Designer Brands reported revenues of $3.493 billion, with an operating income of $124.9 million and a net income of $94.5 million. The company's significant impact on the footwear market is underscored by its extensive product offerings and commitment to its core values, driving both innovation and customer satisfaction in the retail sector.

Designer Brands - Quick Facts

When was Designer Brands founded?

Designer Brands was founded in 1969.

Where is Designer Brands' headquarters located?

Designer Brands' headquarters is located in Columbus, OH, US.

When was Designer Brands' last funding round?

Designer Brands' most recent funding round was for $2k (USD) in June 2022.

How much has Designer Brands raised to-date?

As of Jun 1, 2022, Designer Brands has raised a total of $2k (USD).

How many employees does Designer Brands have?

Designer Brands has 14,000 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Designer Brands - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Accessories
  • Footwear
Tags
  • Retail
Unique IDs
  • ein: 310746639
  • secCik: 0001319947
  • ticker: DBI
NAICS
  • 458000Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
  • 458200Shoe Retailers
  • 458210Shoe Retailers
  • 450000Retail Trade
SIC
  • 5600Apparel And Accessory Stores
  • 5660Shoe Stores
  • 5661Shoe Stores
ISIC
  • 4771Retail sale of clothing, footwear and leather articles in specialized stores
Show 26 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 316000Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
  • 316200Footwear Manufacturing
  • 316210Footwear Manufacturing
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 315000Apparel Manufacturing
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 315200Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
  • 541600Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
  • 541610Management Consulting Services
  • 541613Marketing Consulting Services
SIC
  • 5100Wholesale trade--nondurable goods
  • 5130Apparel, Piece Goods, And Notions
  • 5139Footwear
  • 2300Apparel And Other Finished Products Made From Fabrics And Similar Material
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 2380Miscellaneous Apparel And Accessories
  • 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 8740Management And Public Relations Services
  • 2389Apparel And Accessories, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 8742Management Consulting Services
ISIC
  • 7020Management consultancy activities