Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> June 2, 2003

Mark Cocozza – Maxwell Shoe Company Inc (maxs)

MARK J. COCOZZA was appointed Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of maxwell Shoe Company Inc. in April 1998. Prior to that he served as President and Chief Operating Officer from October 1993 to April 1998, and served as President of the Mootsies Tootsies division since joining the company in 1987. Prior to joining the company, Mr. Cocozza served as President of the Sperry Top-Sider division of the Stride Rite Corporation. Mr. Cocozza has more than 30 years' experience in the footwear industry. Profile
TWST: Please start us off with a summary of Maxwell Shoe Company.

Mr. Cocozza: Maxwell Shoe Company is a leading designer and

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