**Express Names Brian Atwood as New Creative Director of Footwear**
**New York, NY** _(**BUSINESS WIRE**)_ __*February 21, 2023*_ — Express, Inc. (NYSE:EXPR), a leading fashion brand for women and men, today announced the appointment of renowned footwear designer Brian Atwood as its new Creative Director of Footwear, effective immediately.
Mr. Atwood brings over three decades of experience in the fashion industry to Express, having launched his eponymous footwear line in 2001 after holding design positions at Versace, Calvin Klein, and Bally. His designs have been worn by some of the world’s most stylish women, including Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.
“We are thrilled to welcome Brian Atwood to the Express family,” said Tim Baxter, Chief Executive Officer at Express. “Brian is an incredibly talented designer with a deep understanding of what our customers want. He has a proven track record of success in the footwear industry, and we are confident that he will lead our footwear team to new heights.”
As Creative Director of Footwear, Mr. Atwood will be responsible for the design and development of all footwear collections for Express, including women’s and men’s shoes. He will report directly to Mr. Baxter.
“I am excited to join the Express team and to have the opportunity to design footwear for such a stylish and fashion-forward brand,” said Mr. Atwood. “I believe that Express has the potential to be a major player in the footwear market, and I am eager to contribute to its success.”
Mr. Atwood’s appointment is the latest in a series of strategic moves by Express to strengthen its leadership team and accelerate its growth. In recent months, the company has also hired Vanessa Campos as Chief Marketing Officer and Dawn Robinson as Chief People Officer.
**About Express, Inc.**
Express is a leading fashion brand for women and men. The company designs and markets a wide range of contemporary apparel and accessories through approximately 620 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, as well as through its e-commerce website. Express also operates over 30 international franchise locations in 12 countries.
**About Brian Atwood**
Brian Atwood is an American footwear designer who launched his eponymous footwear line in 2001. Prior to launching his own line, Mr. Atwood held design positions at Versace, Calvin Klein, and Bally. His designs have been worn by some of the world’s most stylish women, including Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.
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