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Rack Room Shoes names Mike Edwards as CEO

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May 11, 2026

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Rack Room Shoes has named Mike Edwards as CEO following the retirement of Mark Lardie who led the footwear retailer for 14 years.

The CEO search was led by Spencer Stuart, according to a press release.

Edwards is a veteran retail leader with more than two decades of experience and most recently served as president of Famous Footwear.

"I am incredibly honored and excited to join the Rack Room Shoes team," Edwards said in the release. "Mark Lardie and his leadership have built an incredibly impressive foundation, and I look forward to building on that success. My focus will be on accelerating our growth and ensuring Rack Room Shoes remains a leader in the footwear industry by continuing to innovate and exceed customer expectations."

Rack Room Shoes, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, operates more than 500 locations.