Great People and Strong Values Are Our Style
At Designer Brands, we believe it’s fashionable to invest in great people, which is why we’re committed to helping our associates learn, develop, and achieve. We want to help you find solid footing and get set on a path to success. Every time you step through our doors, we want you to feel empowered, appreciated and inspired to keep climbing, running, dancing, skipping, jumping—forever moving forward.
At Designer Brands, our people are the heartbeat of our culture. We invest in every associate with intention—fostering a sense of belonging, championing personal growth, and unlocking individual potential. Our passion for people drives us to live our values out loud, committing to unity, inclusion, and the kind of belonging that’s felt, not just spoken. We stand for the laces that tie us together—purpose, connection, and shared possibility.
We Belong
Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs and every voice matter. We are committed to being an exceptional place to work and continue to foster an inclusive workplace, where all associates can be their authentic selves.
We believe that empowering our differences powers up innovation and ignites positive change.
Our unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are what make us stronger, more innovative, and more connected. We’re passionate about helping our people put their best foot forward—supporting their growth, celebrating their individuality, and fostering a culture where inclusion is more than a promise; it’s a daily practice. Our journey toward a more equitable workplace and industry is ongoing, and we remain deeply committed to creating space where everyone can thrive.
Our Values
When you embark on a career with Designer Brands, you join a community that is connected through our core values of: We Love What We Do, We Own What We Do, We Do What’s Right, and We Belong. We celebrate our diversity and include many voices at the table, with every perspective adding to the dialogue. We believe it makes us a stronger, better, more innovative, and successful company.
Our Community
We believe in taking strides and making progress towards unity and belonging, turning values into actions. Our Business Resource Groups, Community Interest Groups, and Field Councils are more than communities—they’re catalysts for inclusion, connection, and growth. Open to all associates, these groups create space for shared experiences, allyship, and diverse perspectives that fuel innovation and drive our culture forward.
DBI Cares
Not only do we strive to create positive impacts within our organization, but we also aim to better the communities in which we conduct business. Through our charitable Designer Brands Foundation, we aim to advance empowerment of individuals, removing barriers and helping them put their best foot forward in the communities in which we live, serve, and work.