Genesco Inc. (NYSE: GCO) is a prominent American footwear-first specialty retailer and branded company with a rich corporate history dating back to its founding in 1924 as the Jarman Shoe Company in Nashville, Tennessee. Over a century of operations, the enterprise transitioned from a traditional manufacturing and wholesale business into a modern footwear-focused retailer operating thousands of stores and e-commerce portals across North America and Europe, serving diverse demographic groups through specialized retail banners.