Kontoor Brands, Inc. announced the following executive leadership appointments Chris Waldeck, currently EVP, Global Brand President of Lee®, will become EVP, Co-Chief Operating Officer, Global Brand President, Lee®. In addition to his continued responsibilities as EVP and Global Brand President of Lee, Chris will assume responsibility for Kontoor's international markets and Direct to Consumer (DTC) channels. Tom Waldron, currently EVP, Global Brand President of Wrangler®, will become EVP, Co-Chief Operating Officer, Global Brand President, Wrangler®.

In addition to his continued responsibilities as EVP and Global Brand President of Wrangler, Tom will have greater oversight of the operational side of the business, including product development, innovation and procurement enabling functions.