Columbia Sportswear Company proudly announces the appointment of Charles Denson to its board of directors and as a crucial member of the audit committee, effective January 9.
Denson, currently the chairman of the board of directors at Funko, Inc., and a director at FAH, LLC, brings a wealth of industry expertise to Columbia Sportswear. Serving as the president and CEO of Anini Vista Advisors since 2014, he boasts significant experience in advisory and consulting services.
With a distinguished career spanning several decades, Denson held key positions at Nike, Inc. Notably, he served as the president of the Nike brand from 2001 to 2014, showcasing his prowess in various management roles.
Tim Boyle, chairman, president, and CEO of Columbia Sportswear, expresses excitement about Denson’s appointment, stating, «We are thrilled to have Charlie join our board of directors. As a veteran of the industry and former president of the iconic Nike brand for 13 years, he brings valuable product and marketing experience to the board.»
This strategic addition to the board follows the recent announcement in November of Cory Long taking on the role of president for Columbia Sportswear’s Sorel brand. Columbia Sportswear looks forward to a promising future with these accomplished professionals contributing to its success.