Amer Sports said Jeff Larsen has accepted the position of Director,
Salomon Footwear and Anthony “Tony” Elggren as the National Accounts
Manager for ASWO, responsible for ski equipment makers Salomon and
Atomic as well as Suunto watches and instruments. The two will make the
move to Ogden, carrying with them extensive experience in sporting
goods and related industries.
Larsen, as Director, Salomon Footwear USA, will lead and develop the
continuing growth of the company's footwear category. Larsen most
recently served as President of Earth Products Inc., located in
Carlsbad Calif., and managed brands such as Planet Earth Apparel and
Adio Footwear.
Elggren, as National Accounts Manager for Salomon, Atomic and Suunto,
will be responsible to manage and grow key accounts. Elggren most
recently was a National Account Manager with Jarden Consumer Solutions
out of Portland, Ore.
“Despite the economic challenges facing our industry, we are continuing
to add top talent to our leadership team.” says Mike Dowse, president,
Amer Sports Winter and Outdoor US. “These two key positions will help
foster growth in a recovering economy. We are positioning ourselves and
our sales teams to meet the challenging market conditions head on.”
