STABIO, Switzerland, April 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Timberland, A VF Company Brand, announces two organizational changes to the leadership team effective April, 2014.
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Marco Messini has been appointed to the newly created role of Vice President Partnership Stores - Timberland EMEA. As Vice President of Partnership Stores, Marco will continue to report to Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart, President Timberland EMEA.
Marco has been with Timberland since 2004 and as Vice President of Wholesale Timberland he oversaw the growth of the franchise network across Europe.
As VF focuses on achieving growth plans, the need for building a structure dedicated to this channel has been identified. Marco will be key in securing the opportunity and in sharing his expertise across the VF organization. Until a successor is announced, Marco will continue to lead the wholesale business.
Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart commented on the move by saying, "We are delighted to see Marco's experience being leveraged to spearhead growth in this channel."
Isabel Soriano Corral has been appointed to Vice President and General Manager for Brand Development, Central and South America (CASA) out of the VF regional offices in Argentina. Isabel will have responsibility to develop and implement long term strategies to profitably grow Timberland, Vans, Kipling, and 7 For All Mankind in this region.
In her previous role as Vice President of Global Distributors, she worked to establish the Timberland brand vision to be "the biggest outdoor lifestyle brand in the world" within these markets.
"Isabel's knowledge of the industry and the brand are intrinsic to our future success in this region." --- Says Timo Schmidt-Eisenhart, President Timberland EMEA.
About Timberland
Timberland, a wholly owned subsidiary of VF Corporation, is a global leader in the design, engineering and marketing of premium-quality footwear, apparel and accessories for consumers who value the outdoors and their time in it. Timberland markets products under the Timberland®, Earthkeepers®, Timberland PRO®, Mountain Athletics®, and Timberland Boot Company® brands, all of which offer quality workmanship and detailing and are built to withstand the elements of nature. The company's products can be found in leading department and specialty stores as well as Timberland® retail stores throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, South America, South Africa and the Middle East. Timberland's dedication to making quality products is matched by the company's commitment to "doing well and doing good" -- forging powerful partnerships among employees, consumers and service partners to transform the communities in which they live and work.
CONTACT:
Juan Teulon Ramirez
Timberland, a VF brand
Email juan_teulon_ramirez@vfc.com
Phone Number: +41-91-64-91-204
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