Cody Weaver
About Cody Weaver
Cody Weaver is a Key Account Executive at Dolce Vita Footwear, recognized for his significant contributions to the company's sales growth and strategic partnerships. He has received multiple sales awards and has a diverse background in retail management and account executive roles.
Work at Dolce Vita
Cody Weaver has served as a Key Account Executive at Dolce Vita Footwear since 2013. In this role, he has been instrumental in launching the DV and DV8 lines in Journeys SHII in spring 2014. Weaver initiated an all leather program for Dolce Vita, targeting SHII and Journeys flagship stores. He has established significant business relationships with major retailers, including Neiman Marcus CUSP and Neiman Marcus Last Call. His efforts contributed to opening new business with Shoe Show and Shoe Station for Dolce Vita branded makeup in fall 2016.
Sales Achievements
Cody Weaver has received recognition for his sales performance at Dolce Vita, winning the company's sales rep of the year award consecutively in 2015, 2017, and 2018. In 2017, he managed over 12 million dollars in business. Additionally, he achieved a 40% gross margin goal in 2015 and successfully managed and grew the Belk department store business, increasing the door count by 50% in the second year.
Previous Experience
Before joining Dolce Vita, Cody Weaver held various positions in the retail industry. He worked as an Account Executive at ZiGI New York for six months in 2013 in the Columbus, Ohio area. He also served as a Sales Associate in women's shoes at Nordstrom from 2011 to 2013 and at Von Maur from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he was the Founding Principal at Beautiful Bottoms LTD. from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Cody Weaver studied at Otterbein University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration and Management from 2010 to 2013. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in sales and account management within the footwear industry.