Sole Technology promoted Jan Van Leeuwen to general manager and VP of its Amsterdam-based European headquarters. As general manager, Van Leeuwen will direct and oversee all operational efforts for each of the brands for Europe.
As a Regular-Footer, Van Leeuwen will be rallying behind the Team Regular during the company’s largest brand etnies, upcoming battle of the stances at this year’s Goofy versus Regular skateboarding contest on Oct. 2-5, 2008.
“This comes at an exciting time as we continue to grow our team with new members and within the Sole Technology family,” said Pierre Andre Senizergues, Sole Technology CEO. “I am confident in Jan’s leadership abilities and his authenticity and passion resonate with the core values of our company.”
Sole Technology has been expanding its European operations and presence since 2006 with the opening of its Amsterdam office and in recent months has expanded the Euro-based teams in marketing, sales, operations and administration.