
Episode #21
Leading Through Change: Doug Howe on Curiosity, Culture, and the Future of Retail
Doug Howe , CEO of Designer Brands (parent company to DSW), joins Buddy Teaster to discuss leading through constant change in the retail industry. From an unexpected start in retail to guiding a Fortune 500 company through COVID, shifting consumer behavior, and industry disruption, Doug shares why curiosity, strong culture, and stewardship are the foundations of lasting leadership.

