Footwear specialist Dr Martens has announced Robert Hanson and Benoit Vauchy will join as non-executive directors in late March
Hanson was chief executive of American Eagle Outfitters from 2012 to 2014, following a long tenure at Levi Strauss & Co. His roles there included global brand president for the Americas.
His prior non-executive experience includes positions on the boards of Canopy Growth, Urban Outfitters and Constellation Brands. He was recently appointed as CEO of US wine company The Duckhorn Portfolio.
Vauchy is a partner at Permira, Dr Martens’ biggest investor, where he has worked since 2006. He has served on the board of Spanish online travel company eDreams ODIGEO as a Non-Executive Director for a decade, during which time the business has undergone a significant period of transformation.
Dr Martens chair Paul Mason said: “The expertise and experiences of both Robert and Benoit further strengthen our board. Robert has significant USA and wholesale experience and is a proven consumer brand CEO.
“Benoit is an experienced financial leader and his appointment to the Board demonstrates Permira’s commitment to Dr Martens.”
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