Asics America Corporation has appointed Kevin Wulff as Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately
Wulff will join ASICS America Corporation as COO and will add President to his title beginning on February 1, 2011 when current COO and President Rich Bourne will transition into retirement.
Wulff's previous experience includes President and CEO of San Diego-based Pony International (2007-2010), President and CEO of American Sporting Goods (2004-2007), CEO and Chairman of the Women's Tennis Association (2001-2003). He has also spent over 10 years at Nike Inc. at the world headquarters in Beaverton, OR and at Nike Canada in Toronto holding various management positions and 17 years at Miller Brewing Company in Milwaukee, WI.
“I am excited to take on this great opportunity. With my past experiences of working in both the North and South American regions, I look forward to building upon the current ASICS momentum and to achieve the company's ambitious brand and business goals for the future,” states Wulff.
Bourne will stay on as acting President until his 21st anniversary date on February 1, 2011. “After 21 wonderful years with ASICS, I'm retiring to travel and spend more time with my family. But I'll remain on hand as a consultant for ASICS,” says Bourne. “I feel very confident in bringing Kevin Wulff on board as my successor. His experience, skill set and ability to handle business on a global level will no doubt help ASICS reach our billion dollar goal.”
ASICS Corporation, with more than 60 years of footwear manufacturing experience, offers a full line of performance-driven athletic shoes and technical active sports apparel and accessories. For more information, please visit www.asics.com.
