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Robert (Bob) Mullaney (born June 21, 1971) is an American business executive and the President and Chief Executive Officer of RG Barry, a consumer-driven, multi-brand management platform specializing in footwear and accessories brands. He has held the role since 2017. Mullaney has previously held leadership positions in the footwear and e-commerce industries, including roles at Shoes.com and The Rockport Company.

Early life and education

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Mullaney was born and raised in Chelsea, Massachusetts. He is the youngest of five siblings.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Communications from Babson College in 1993, where he also competed as a collegiate athlete on the baseball team. He later obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Bentley University’s McCallum Graduate School of Business in 1999.

Career

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Mullaney began his career in 1993 as a Buyer in Training at May Department Stores. He later held a role as Manager of Sales Planning & Analysis at Timberland. From 1997 to 2005, he worked at Tommy Hilfiger, a division of The Stride Rite Corporation, where he served as Senior Vice President of Sales. He subsequently joined Vida Footwear International as Executive Vice President and General Manager.

The Rockport Company

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In 2011, Mullaney joined The Rockport Company as President, U.S. Sales and Operations,[1][2][3] later being promoted to President, Americas in 2013.[4] During his tenure, he was involved in the sale of the Adidas-owned Rockport brand to a new entity backed by Berkshire Partners and New Balance in a deal reported at approximately $280 million.[5]

Shoes.com / Shoebuy.com

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In 2015, Mullaney joined Shoes.com (formerly Shoebuy.com), a subsidiary of IAC Inc., as President and Chief Operating Officer.[6]

Following the acquisition of Shoebuy.com by Jet.com, a subsidiary of Walmart, in 2016 for approximately $70 million, Mullaney led efforts to expand the platform’s e-commerce capabilities and brand partnerships.[7][8]

RG Barry

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Mullaney was named President and CEO of RG Barry Brands in November 2017.[9] Under his leadership, RG Barry has focused on expanding its multi-brand platform, increasing digital commerce capabilities, and pursuing acquisitions and licensing partnerships within the footwear and accessories sectors.[10] Mullaney introduced sustainability initiatives and an ecological innovation platform aimed at addressing product biodegradability and environmental impact.[11][12]

In 2024, RG Barry was acquired by Marubeni through its U.S. growth investment platform, with private equity firm Mill Road Capital retaining a minority stake. Under the deal, Blackstone exited its minority ownership position in RG Barry.[13][14][15]

In 2026, Mullaney led RG Barry’s acquisition of the UK-based Jacobson Group, which includes the Gola brand, as well as Massachusetts-based Green Market Services, adding licensed slipper categories for Clarks and Timberland to the company’s portfolio.[16][17]

RG Barry is headquartered in Pickerington, Ohio. In 2021, Mullaney opened an office in Boston’s Seaport District.[18][19] The company also operates a showroom and office in New York City, overlooking Bryant Park.

Board memberships and affiliations

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Mullaney serves on the Board of Directors of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA)[20] and Two Ten Foundation.[21] He also acts as a Board Advisor for the ecommerce data management firm Syndic8[22] and is a member of Ryder Warehousing and Distribution's E-Commerce Advisory Board.

Recognition

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  • Under Mullaney’s leadership, RG Barry has been recognized multiple times as a "Top Workplace" in Columbus by Columbus CEO Magazine,[23] most recently in 2025.
  • In April 2026, Mullaney was named to Boston Magazine's 150 Most Influential Bostonians list.[24]

Personal life

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Mullaney resides in Boxford, Massachusetts with his wife and three children. He also sits on the Board of Trustees at the Pingree School in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. He also completed the Boston Marathon twice, in 1999 and 2000.

References

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  1. ↑ "Rockport Adds New President". No. April 1, 2011. Footwear News.
  2. ↑ "Follow the Leader". Footwear Plus. May 31, 2012.
  3. ↑ "Are We Better Off?". Footwear Plus. July 31, 2012.
  4. ↑ "2013 Plus Awards Winners". Footwear Plus. April 14, 2014.
  5. ↑ "Adidas Sells Rockport Unit to Berkshire Partners, New Balance". The Wall Street Journal. January 13, 2015.
  6. ↑ "Bob Mullaney Joins ShoeBuy as COO and President". Sourcing Journal. October 2, 2015.
  7. ↑ "With Jet.com's Shoebuy.com Acquisition Comes Apparel, Footwear and Accessories Cred". Women's Wear Daily. January 5, 2017.
  8. ↑ "How Shoebuy.com Plans to Grow Its E-Commerce Business Under Jet.com". Footwear News. February 17, 2017.
  9. ↑ "Bob Mullaney Named President and CEO of RG Barry Brands". Footwear Plus. November 8, 2017.
  10. ↑ "5 Lessons Former Shoes.com Exec Bob Mullaney Is Applying to His New Gig as President & CEO of R.G. Barry Corp". Footwear News. December 19, 2017.
  11. ↑ "Man with a Plan". Footwear Plus. January 30, 2019.
  12. ↑ "RG Barry Donates Masks, Slippers and Bags to Healthcare Professionals". Footwear Plus. April 3, 2020.
  13. ↑ "Dearfoams Parent RG Barry Gets New Majority Owner, Eyes Acquisitions". Footwear News. June 11, 2024.
  14. ↑ "Dearfoams owner poised to grow, hire more, possibly go public again". Columbus Business Journal. June 13, 2024.
  15. ↑ "Green Light". No. August 1, 2024. Footwear Plus.
  16. ↑ "EXCLUSIVE: RG Barry CEO Bob Mullaney Says 'We're Definitely Not Done' With Acquisitions One Month After Purchasing Gola Parent". Footwear News. February 27, 2026.
  17. ↑ "Led by Boston CEO, RG Barry scoops up more shoe brands". The Boston Globe. February 17, 2026.
  18. ↑ "Consumer products firm gets foothold in Seaport". The Boston Globe. June 24, 2024.
  19. ↑ "Seaport Just Got More Stylish: Inside RG Barry Brands' New Space in Boston". Boston Magazine.
  20. ↑ "Board of Directors". FDRA. 20 November 2020.
  21. ↑ "Two Ten Footwear Foundation Adds Two Industry Leaders to Board of Directors". Two Ten Foundation. Retrieved March 23, 2026.
  22. ↑ "Syndic8 adds Bob Mullaney to Board of Advisors". Syndic8.
  23. ↑ "Columbus CEO's Top Workplaces 2024: 85 Organizations That Earn Top Marks From Employees". Columbus CEO Magazine. April 11, 2024.
  24. ↑ "150 Most Influential Bostonians 2026". Boston Magazine. April 28, 2026.
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