Salomon hired Steve Doolan as president of Salomon Americas, effective October 23, leading the business from its regional headquarters in Ogden, UT. Doolan is responsible for driving strategy, operations and growth within the region and serving on Salomon’s Executive Board.
Doolan joins Salomon from Hoka, where he held various strategic commercial, business development and sports marketing roles over the past five years. Most recently, he was the vice president and general manager of Hoka U.S.
“The Americas Region represents a large opportunity and a company priority,” said Franco Fogliato, president and CEO of Salomon. “Steve’s experience, knowledge and passion for the business will be an incredible asset to our team and our company. We are looking forward to him joining the Salomon Board and accelerating our growth path in the Americas.”
Salomon, founded in 1947, has pioneered a “litany of innovative products” in the outdoor industry. Salomon said that Doolan joins the brand at a “key moment in its 76-year history.” Today, Salomon creates performance footwear, apparel, gear, and winter sports equipment worn by a loyal worldwide community, and the fashion runways are featuring its “sportstyle footwear.”
“Salomon’s long heritage of product advancement and commitment to serving athletes and outdoor enthusiasts is inspiring and a huge motivating factor in my joining the team at this pivotal time,” Doolan said. “I have a lifelong history of using Salomon’s game-changing products, from the S/LAB Shift ski touring binding and industry-altering skis like the Teneighty on the hard goods side to Salomon soft shell fleeces on the apparel side. Now, I’m looking forward to spending more time in Salomon footwear on the trails near my home in the Rockies.”
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