Build-A-Bear Workshop taps new CFO

Build-A-Bear Workshop has appointed Voin Todorovic as its new CFO, reporting to CEO Sharon John.



"Voin has a solid background in linking financial goals and business objectives. I am excited to have him join the team as we continue to evolve our business model to leverage the strength of the Build-A-Bear brand to drive toward the Company’s stated objectives of sustainable, profitable growth,” said John.



Todorovic was most recently employed at global footwear and apparel company Wolverine World Wide, as the head of finance and operations for its Lifestyle Group which includes a portfolio of iconic brands such as Sperry Top-Sider, Hush Puppies, Keds, and Stride Rite. Prior to his tenure at Wolverine World Wide, he held positions of increasing responsibility at Payless Shoe Source and Collective Brands. Todorovic completed his MBA and undergraduate studies at Missouri State University.



Todorovic succeeds Tina Klocke, who had been serving as the company’s CFO and COO.



The company said that Klocke is leaving the company to pursue her interests in the nonprofit business sector. Klocke will remain with the company through the first quarter of 2015 and will retain her position as COO during this time.