Zoot Sports announced that Brian Enge has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer.

Prior to joining Zoot Sports Mr. Enge, 35, held a series of successively key leadership positions in the sports apparel and competitive performance clothing industry. Most recently, Mr. Enge was the Senior Vice President of Saucony® and the General Manager of the Hind performance clothing division. Prior to Saucony. Brian was President of Schoffel’s North American subsidiary of Europe’s leading outdoor and ski apparel brand and had worked at both Nike and Cyrk earlier in his career. Brian is a former professional soccer player and a graduate of Harvard Business School.

Martin Franklin and Vito Bialla Co Chairmen of Zoot said, “We are thrilled to have a proven leader who understands the evolving needs of our consumers and retailers join the company. Brian's professional track record, his commitment to innovation, sports technology, market development and his personal commitment to athletics will have a profound positive impact on the company.

We are committed to maintaining our industry leading position and adding talent to meet and lead the growth of the industry. We look forward to the contributions we expect Brian to immediately contribute to the company.”

Mr. Enge commented, “I am proud to have the opportunity to join Zoot Sports. The company has a tremendous track record of performance and growth along with an unwavering commitment to endurance athletes. I look forward to working with Martin Franklin and Vito Bialla as we focus on the growth of the company.”