Johnny Hawthorne
About Johnny Hawthorne
Johnny Hawthorne serves as the Director of Sales at The North Face, a position he has held since 2004. He previously worked at Nordstrom in various footwear roles, accumulating over seven years of experience in the footwear industry.
Current Role at The North Face
Johnny Hawthorne has served as the Director of Sales at The North Face since 2004. In this role, he oversees sales strategies and initiatives for the brand, contributing to its growth in the outdoor apparel and footwear market. His extensive experience in the footwear sector informs his leadership and decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at Nordstrom
Prior to his current position, Johnny Hawthorne worked at Nordstrom for several years in various capacities. He was a Footwear Buyer from 1979 to 1982 in the Portland, Oregon area, and later served as a Footwear Lead Buyer and Junior Footwear from 1982 to 1985 in Palo Alto, California. Additionally, he began his career at Nordstrom as a Footwear Sales associate from 1976 to 1978 in Portland.
Education and Expertise
Johnny Hawthorne studied Business Administration and Fashion Merchandising at Northwestern College of Business, where he completed two years of coursework from 1975 to 1977. His educational background provides a foundation for his career in sales and merchandising within the footwear industry.
Short Tenure at The North Face
In 2004, Johnny Hawthorne briefly held the position of Director of Sales-Footwear at The North Face for one month. This role was part of his transition into a long-term position with the company, where he has since focused on broader sales responsibilities.