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Kevin D. Blanchard

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Chief Information Officer at Genesco
📍 Bradenton, Florida, United States

Kevin D. Blanchard is the Global Chief Information Officer at Genesco, leading enterprise transformation and digital strategy. An alumnus of the Jack Welch Management Institute, he has extensive experience in AI, automation, and aligning IT with corporate goals. Colleagues describe him as a strategic, knowledgeable, and impactful leader who excels at driving innovation.

His social media highlights a deep commitment to his IT organization, frequently celebrating team achievements and fostering connection through global roundtables and town halls. He is actively involved in the broader tech community, participating in industry awards and leadership events.

Kevin was a finalist for the prestigious Tennessee ORBIE CIO & CISO Awards.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Bradenton, Florida, United States
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AI & Automation
He recently highlighted AI and automation as key business priorities during strategic discussions with international teams and partners.
Global Team Leadership
He frequently emphasizes the importance of connecting with his global team through monthly meetups and quarterly town halls to foster collaboration and celebrate successes.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Chief Information Officer
Genesco
5-2019 - 12-2022
Chief Information Officer
SVP Worldwide
7-2018 - 5-2019
Chief Information Officer
Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc.
7-2015 - 7-2018
Vice President - Enterprise Systems
David's Bridal
3-2008 - 6-2015
Director, Information Technology
Hanesbrands, Inc.
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Education
2016 - 2017
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Jack Welch Management Institute
2003 - 2005
MS
University of Phoenix
1994 - 1999
BS
North Carolina Wesleyan University
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