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10
Our People
Experienced Store Associates The continuing development of an
industry-leading retail team is an important strategic priority for Foot Locker, Inc. Our associates
worldwide remain a competitive strength including, very importantly, a talent base of experienced
store associates who are dedicated to providing shoppers with superior customer service. We will
build upon our strong foundation, as we continue to enhance the skills of our teams.
Work Environment that Provides Opportunities
Our success over the long term is dependent on providing each of our associates with ongoing
training and a work environment that provides opportunities and encourages our associates to build
their careers with us. Our development strategy will be focused on programs designed to strengthen
the selling and service skills of our associates.
Efficient and Effective Sales Support We also benefit from
having a deep bench of management talent and experience at the operating level in each of our
businesses. Additionally, our corporate staff provides efficient and effective sales support in
sourcing, real estate, logistics, information systems and technology, human resources, marketing,
legal and finance.
Taken together, there is great strength at all levels of our Company.
An integral part of our culture is the collector – sneaker fiends who have a unique appreciation and love for the work they engage in every day.