The Evolution of Journeys Under New President Andy Gray

In an interview with SESO, Gray describes how the large footwear account is evolving its merchandising, approach to brands, and layout of stores. So far, the new Journeys strategy appears to be working, even in a challenging economy.

Published: April 2, 2025By Tiffany Montgomery

Inside a remodeled Journeys store. Photo courtesy of Journeys.

Inside a revamped Journeys store that showcases the new Journeys strategy. Photo courtesy of Journeys.

Journeys, one of the largest footwear retailers in the country with over 1,000 stores in North America, has been one of the most important large wholesale accounts for footwear brands for decades.

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