ONeill appointed Steve Wilson to a newly created role of president of ONeill Clothing USA.
As President, Wilson will lead and oversee the development of the brand in Sales, Marketing, Merchandising and Design, and will work directly with Steve Ward, General Manager for ONeill Mens and Kari Johnson, General Manager for ONeill Womens. Ward and Johnson were both promoted to General Manager roles in January as part of the reorganization of ONeills management structure.
Wilsons newly added role will ensure the brands renewed focus and vision is carried out in each division respectively, while aligning with ONeills overall growth strategy.
Im thrilled to be back and part of a fresh, new push of the ONeill brand, says Wilson. I see such an enormous opportunity with ONeill. I am excited to be working with a talented, stoked group of people.
In his previous role at ONeill, Wilson played an instrumental part in fueling the growth of the brand as Vice President of Merchandising and Design.
Most recently, Wilson served as the General Manager/Senior Vice President of Quiksilver Americas.
Were thrilled to have Steve Wilson join the exceptional team at ONeill and lead the brand to new heights, says Daniel Neukomm, CEO of ONeill Clothing. He comes to us with a proven track record of success, and with the additional appointment of other key team members, ONeill is positioned well for future growth.
ONeill also welcomes Danny Geary as the newly appointed Vice President of Merchandising and Design for ONeill Mens. Geary will oversee the design direction for the Mens and Boys divisions for ONeill Clothing and will report directly to Steve Ward.
I grew up watching some of the best surfers wearing ONeill, says Geary. And over the last several years, Ive seen the brand grow as an innovative boardshort market leader. Now, Ive been given this opportunity to become a contributor to the strength and legacy of the ONeill Clothing brand. I am both excited and honored to be welcomed into ONeill and look forward to pushing the brand into the future.
Prior to joining ONeill, Danny Geary held various design positions at Volcom, including Global Design Director.
