DSW Inc. is a United States branded footwear and accessories specialty retailer operating 326 shoe stores in 40 states read more
DSW Company Culture
DSW Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
DSW's Overall Culture is rated D+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Environment
BOffice Culture
C-Professional Development
C-Compensation
C-Gender
C-DSW CEO
Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Roger Rawlins
60 /100
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Diversity at DSW
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Diverse employees at DSW have rated Environment, CEO Rating, and Perks And Benefits as the highest categories they have scored
Women at DSW
Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C-
Women at DSW have rated Environment, CEO Rating, and Leadership as the highest categories they have scored
DSW eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-31
DSW employees are -31% more likely to recommend DSW as a great place to work
| 26% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 17% | Passives |
| 57% | Detractors |
Working at DSW
Working at DSW is rated below average by 590 employees, across various culture dimensions. DSW employees rate Environment highest among all categories, and think that Meetings and Outlook have the most room for improvement, putting DSW’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 25% compared to other companies in Springfield, OH. See below in detail how working at DSW was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at DSW
D+
Overall Company Culture at DSW is rated D+
Last updated 6 days ago
Bottom
25%
DSW ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
DSW Employee Reviews
Out of 467 DSW employee reviews, 62% were positive. The remaining 38% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping DSW improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 62% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 38% |
Positive Reviews From DSW Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?More than one manager interview
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?The associates interacting with each other
- What are some of the best things about your team?We make each other stronger with in the team
Constructive Feedback From DSW Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Just better training. They dont really train you ans then are shocked when you cant do somethiing
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Communication, active listening, customer servicing
- What would you improve about your company's interview process?Ask for availability of employees
DSW Company Information
DSW Company Overview
DSW Inc. is a United States branded footwear and accessories specialty retailer operating 326 shoe stores in 40 states
DSW Mission, Vision & Values
DSW Mission & Values
Through our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Humility, we're on a mission to be the #1 place that America turns for shoes. At the core of DSW Inc. is DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, the destination for fabulous brands at a great value every single day.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at DSW
The places we live and work-they mean everything to us. We're supporting the organizations that put our industry and local communities first.
| Headquarter | Columbus, OH United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | dsw.com |
| Founding Date | 1991 |
| Tel | 1(866)379-7463 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | DSW |
DSW Competitors
DSW competitors include Clarks, Abercrombie & Fitch Company, Famous Footwear, and Payless ShoeSource. DSW ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how DSW compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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DSW Employees
590 employees at DSW have reviewed DSW across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 6 days ago.
Overall, the 590 DSW employees give their leadership a grade of D+, or Bottom 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at DSW are not very pleased with their total compensation at DSW, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at DSW are not very pleased with their team. 590 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at DSW are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at DSW believe the environment at DSW is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at DSW is comfortably fast. About 82% of the employees at DSW work 8 hours or less, while 7% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at DSW are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
DSW employees generally work 8.0 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at DSW report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
72% of DSW employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
DSW employees most often take 0-10 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
50% of DSW employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
DSW employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
Feedback
A Day in the Life
56% of DSW employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining DSW - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining DSW is that the company was very prepared on their first day. DSW employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
DSW KPIs and OKRs
At DSW 25% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of DSW's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 10 DSW employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 7 have said yes.
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DSW CEO & Leadership
DSW CEO - Roger Rawlins
60 /100
Roger’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Roger in the Bottom 25% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 25% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Springfield, OH. Roger Rawlins’s employees rank DSW in the Top 35% for Environment, in the Bottom 35% for Office Culture, and in the Bottom 35% for Professional Development. Rawlins is generally unpopular with DSW employees, but ranks especially low with employees with Over 10 Years experience, and by employees in the Operations department and Male employees. However, employees with the company for Less than 1 Year have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO.
DSW Leadership
The DSW Executive Team is rated a “D+” and led by CEO Roger Rawlins, Executive Chairman Jay Schottenstein, and Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President Simon R. Nankervis
Roger Rawlins CEO / President
Roger Rawlins serves as the CEO / President of DSW.
Jay Schottenstein Executive Chairman
Mr. Jay L. Schottenstein has been the Executive Chairman of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. since March 1992 and has... read more
Simon R. Nankervis Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President
Mr. Simon R. Nankervis has been the Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President of DSW Inc. since January,... read more
D Delong Vice President Of Infrastructure, Operations & Security
D Delong serves as the Vice President Of Infrastructure, Operations & Security of DSW.
Melissa Blandford Senior Vice President Stores and Operations
Melissa Blandford serves as the Senior Vice President Stores and Operations of DSW.
Antoinette Carter SVP GMM Women's
Antoinette Carter serves as the SVP GMM Women's of DSW.
Laura Cross Vice President of ABG Division of DSW
Laura Cross serves as the Vice President of ABG Division of DSW of DSW.
Jeff Espersen VP/GMM
Jeff Espersen serves as the VP/GMM of DSW.
Barry Esposito SVP e-Commerce and Customer Operations
Barry Esposito serves as the SVP e-Commerce and Customer Operations of DSW.
DSW Salaries
How much does DSW pay?
How much do people at DSW get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at DSW is $138,414, or $66 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $134,004, or $64 per hour.
At DSW, the highest paid job is a Group Product Manager at $225,706 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $40,326 annually. Average DSW salaries by department include: Legal at $157,353, HR at $125,022, Operations at $152,522, and Admin at $62,107. Half of DSW salaries are above $134,004.
229 employees at DSW rank their Compensation in the Bottom 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 680 ratings) while 218 employees at DSW rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 226 ratings).
Salaries contributed from DSW employees include job titles like Designer and Admin Assistant. Comparably data has a total of 0 salary records from DSW employees.
Last updated 7 days ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $70k | $70k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $102k | $102k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $134k | $134k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $188k | $188k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $237k | $237k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $279k | $279k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $298k | $298k | 100th Percentile |
$138,414*
Average Compensation
$134,004*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
DSW Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at DSW
Diverse employees at DSW score the company 54/100 across various culture categories, placing DSW in the Bottom 15% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at DSW across various culture dimensions.
DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse says its commitment to diversity has helped it become dynamic and thriving fashion footwear. The specialty footwear retailer, with 313 stores in 39 states, believes that its inclusive culture allows it to reach beyond its walls and make a positive impact on the communities it serves.,,The company’s commitment to diversity is evident from its management team to its associates in the field. DSW has six independent directors on its board: three women and three men. It’s a cohesive group that works well as a team to make the best decisions possible for the company and its constituents, the company says.
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DSW Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Unique Office Space
DSW PTO
DSW's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year with 67% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is DSW's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 67% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. DSW's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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DSW Careers
DSW Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, DSW applied for 23 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 87% were approved, 4% certified-withdrawn, and 9% withdrawn.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at DSW unveil that 2 approved work permit applications were withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and one was withdrawn by DSW after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
23
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 87% Granted (20 out of 23)
- 0% Denied ( out of 23)
- 9% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (2 out of 23)
- 4% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 23)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in DSW on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Sales | 40% | |
|---|---|---|
All Industries | 32% | |
IT | 8% | |
Marketing | 4% | |
Engineering | 4% | |
Other | 12% |
Candidates By Location
Columbus | 20% | |
|---|---|---|
Philadelphia | 8% | |
Poway | 4% | |
Reynoldsburg | 4% | |
Baton Rouge | 4% | |
Other | 60% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding DSW
Who is the CEO of DSW?
DSW CEO is Roger Rawlins, their score by employees is 60
What is DSW eNPS?
The eNPS for DSW is -31
What is DSW revenue?
DSW revenue is $3B
What is the salary for Mobile Developer in DSW?
Mobile Developer average salary in the US is 121k
What are the salaries in the Operations in DSW?
The average salaries for Operations in DSW is 153k
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