Multi-brand retailer Wolverine Worldwide has named Mike Maloney as the chief product officer of its Work Group, whose portfolio includes Cat, Bates, Harley-Davidson, Merrell Work and Hytest.
Prior to joining Wolverine, Maloney held senior leadership roles at Designer Brands, Under Armour, Columbia Sportswear, and Adidas.
“Mike’s expertise will be instrumental in driving our Work Group vision forward, enabling us to maximize our portfolio approach through his expertise across merchandising, product innovation, and strategy,” said Tom Kennedy, Work Group president.
“Additionally, Mike’s consumer-first approach and experience in casual and athletic brands will advance our ability to grow in adjacent categories, most prominently lifestyle.”
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