Levi Strauss names John Vandemore as CFO effective Nov. 1

San Francisco-based Levi Strauss & Co. has announced the appointment of John Vandemore as their new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, set to begin on November 1, 2026. Vandemore, who previously worked at Skechers U.S.A., Inc., will be assuming the role from Harmit Singh, who is set to retire in April 2026. Singh will continue to serve as a Special Advisor until Vandemore's arrival, up until November 30, 2026.

With over 25 years of finance and operational experience in consumer industries, Vandemore's career includes positions at Mattel, Inc., International Game Technology, The Walt Disney Company, and various consulting firms. He holds an MBA from Northwestern University and a BBA from the University of Notre Dame. Levi Strauss & Co. reported net revenues of $6.3 billion for the fiscal year 2025, with products sold in 120 countries across various retail channels.