Effective August 16, 2011, Richard K. Smucker will become the sole Chief Executive Officer of the company. Timothy P. Smucker will continue to serve the company as Chairman of the Board.
The new CEO brings a 25-year track record of building global consumer and internet businesses in both traditional retail and direct-to-consumer environments.
The resulting companies will have distinct growth strategies within their respective core markets. Plus, the Board of Directors names a new Chairman and CEO to lead the spin off.
Aussie Dogs currently has a system of sales representatives managing territories across the country and large network of independent retailers both domestically and internationally.
Completing an extensive search to fill a top leadership position, Under Armour announces that Mark Dowley is joining Under Armour as Executive Vice President, Global Brand and President of International, effective Feb. 1, 2011.
