The Cato is a retail company focusing on women's fashion, accessories, and specialty items. Founded in 1946, the company operates under various names, such as Cato Fashions, Cato Plus, It's Fashion, It's Fashion Metro, and Versona Accessories. With 1,288 stores across 31 states in the United States, The Cato Corporation primarily serves customers in the southeastern region. Their merchandise includes a wide range of products from apparel and shoes to lingerie and handbags, catering to different age groups and sizes.
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and led by current CEO John P. Derham Cato The Cato employs around 10,500 people and generates an annual revenue of $575.1 million. The diverse workforce at Cato Fashions comprises 88.6% female employees and 37.8% ethnic minorities. Despite this diversity in demographics, the company’s staff is predominantly Republican in its political affiliation.
