Fund 1 Investments, LLC reported a beneficial ownership position in Genesco Inc.609,963 shares, representing 5.49% of the outstanding common stock, calculated using 11,106,973 shares outstanding as of May 29, 2026 as disclosed by Genesco.
Fund 1 Investments has shared voting and dispositive power over all 609,963 shares and no sole voting or dispositive power. The shares are held by private investment vehicles advised by Pleasant Lake Partners LLC, for which Fund 1 Investments serves as managing member. The reporting person disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of its pecuniary interest. The funds have the right to receive or direct the receipt of dividends and sale proceeds for more than five percent of the class.
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Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:609,963 sharesPercent of class:5.49%Shares outstanding:11,106,973 shares+4 more
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Shares beneficially owned609,963 sharesGenesco Inc. common stock reported by Fund 1 Investments, LLC
Percent of class5.49%Ownership percentage of Genesco common stock
Shares outstanding11,106,973 sharesGenesco common stock outstanding as of May 29, 2026
Shared voting power609,963 sharesShares over which Fund 1 Investments has shared voting power
Shared dispositive power609,963 sharesShares over which Fund 1 Investments has shared dispositive power
Sole voting power0 sharesShares over which Fund 1 Investments has sole voting power
Sole dispositive power0 sharesShares over which Fund 1 Investments has sole dispositive power
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
shared voting powerfinancial
"Shared Voting Power 609,963.00 7 | Sole Dispositive Power"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
shared dispositive powerfinancial
"Shared Dispositive Power 609,963.00 9 609,963.00"
pecuniary interestfinancial
"disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares reported herein except to the extent of its pecuniary interest"
Investment Company Act of 1940regulatory
"shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"
A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.
FAQ
What percentage of Genesco Inc. (GCO) does Fund 1 Investments, LLC own?
Fund 1 Investments, LLC reports beneficial ownership of 5.49% of Genesco Inc. common stock. This is based on 609,963 shares held versus 11,106,973 shares outstanding as of May 29, 2026, per Genesco’s quarterly disclosure.
How many Genesco Inc. (GCO) shares does Fund 1 Investments, LLC control?
Fund 1 Investments, LLC reports beneficial ownership of 609,963 Genesco shares. It has shared voting power and shared dispositive power over all 609,963 shares and no sole voting or dispositive power over any shares.
How was Fund 1 Investments, LLC’s 5.49% stake in Genesco Inc. (GCO) calculated?
The 5.49% ownership figure is calculated using 11,106,973 Genesco common shares outstanding as of May 29, 2026. This share count comes from Genesco’s Quarterly Report for the period ended May 2, 2026.
Who actually holds the Genesco Inc. (GCO) shares reported by Fund 1 Investments, LLC?
The 609,963 shares are held by private investment vehicles advised by Pleasant Lake Partners LLC. Fund 1 Investments, LLC is managing member of Pleasant Lake Partners LLC and disclaims beneficial ownership beyond its pecuniary interest.
What rights do the funds associated with Fund 1 Investments, LLC have over Genesco Inc. (GCO) shares?
The funds have the right to receive dividends and direct the receipt of sale proceeds from more than five percent of Genesco’s common stock. They also share voting and dispositive power over 609,963 shares as disclosed.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
GENESCO INC
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
371532102
(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
371532102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Fund 1 Investments, LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
609,963.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
609,963.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
609,963.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
5.49 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
OO
Comment for Type of Reporting Person: (Limited Liability Company)
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
GENESCO INC
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
535 Marriott Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, 37214
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Fund 1 Investments, LLC
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
100 Carr 115 Unit 1900
Rincon, Puerto Rico 00677
(c)
Citizenship:
Delaware
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
371532102
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
609,963
(b)
Percent of class:
5.49 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
609,963
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
609,963
Shares reported herein for Fund 1 Investments, LLC are held by private investment vehicles for which Pleasant Lake Partners LLC serves as investment adviser. Fund 1 Investments, LLC serves as managing member of Pleasant Lake Partners LLC. Jonathan Lennon serves as managing member of Fund 1 Investments, LLC. The Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of the shares reported herein except to the extent of its pecuniary interest therein.
All percentages reported herein with respect to the Reporting Person's holdings are calculated based upon a statement in the Issuer's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended May 2, 2026, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 11, 2026, that there were 11,106,973 shares of Common Stock of the Issuer outstanding as of May 29, 2026.
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
See Item 4.
The Funds have the right to receive and/or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, more than five percent of the Common Stock of the Issuer.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See Item 4.
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
