John Hazen

Chief Executive Officer at Boot Barn

Experience26+ Years

LevelLeadership

Executive Overview

Omnichannel and e-Commerce executive/thought leader rooted in apparel&footwear. Extensive experience architecting, launching and running global enterprise initiatives focusing on Omnichannel, e-commerce, retail digital enablement & CRM . Expert in commerce platforms, merchandising, technology with a strong digital background , inventor of patented technology for Nike Digital. MBA from Loyola Marymount University and extensive (15+ years) digital experience working within the apparel/retail industry. Skateboarder, surfer , triathlete and Pixar nut. 🤙🏻

Career Timeline

Professional employment history

Boot BarnCurrent
Apr 2018–Present· 8 yrs 5 mos
- Chief Executive OfficerCurrent
  May 2025–Present
- Chief Digital Officer
  Apr 2018–May 2025
Ring
Apr 2017–Mar 2018· 11 mos
- SVP, Commerce and Subscriptions
  Apr 2017–Mar 2018
True Religion
Jun 2014–Mar 2017· 2 yrs 9 mos
- SVP, Direct To Consumer & Omnichannel
  Apr 2016–Mar 2017
- VP, Omnichannel Commerce & Digital Innovation
  Jun 2014–Mar 2016
Fox Racing
Oct 2011–Jun 2014· 2 yrs 8 mos
- Vice President, Global E-Commerce
  Oct 2011–Jun 2014
La Jolla Group
Jun 2009–Oct 2011· 2 yrs 4 mos
- VP, e-Commerce & Technology
  Jun 2009–Oct 2011
Hurley
Nov 2005–Jul 2009· 3 yrs 8 mos
- Director, Information Technology
  Mar 2007–Mar 2008
- Senior Business Analyst
  Nov 2005–Mar 2007
- Vice President, Technology and Digital
  Nov 2005–Jul 2009
Kellwood Company
2000–Nov 2005· 5 yrs 10 mos
- Manager, Information Technology, Systems
  2000–Nov 2005