Head North America promoted Jon Rucker to senior vice president of sales/marketing for Head USA Winter Sports.
“Jon’s leadership has propelled our U.S. Winter Division to new heights. 2014 was a record year for us,” stated Kevin Kempin, CEO/President Head North America. “Jon and his team have reinvigorated the Head brand in the U.S. Recent reports confirm the momentum the brand has with awards for the brand with the greatest overall growth, and most improved in consumer demand, credibility with serious skiers, and dealer profitability. Also, #1 in dealer confidence* a sterling report card.”
Rucker joined Head five years ago and his industry experience coupled with his innovative approach to the business and passion for the sport have had significant impact on Head’s growth and momentum. “It’s a real pleasure to work with a brand which equally embraces innovation and its team. This recipe for success profoundly contributes to our rapidly growing momentum. Our goal of being the top winter sports brand in the U.S. is getting closer each day,” said Rucker.
*2013/2014 Sports Marketing Surveys Ski Dealer Trend Report
Head’s business is organized into four divisions: Winter Sports, Racquet Sports, Diving, and Licensing. The company sells products under the Head, Penn, Tyrolia, and Mares/Dacor brands. Head's sponsored athletes include Lindsey Vonn, Julia Mancuso, Ted Ligety, Bode Miller, Simon Dumont, Aksel Lund Svindal, Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, and Maria Sharapova.
