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New director for Wolverine Worldwide

Wolverine Worldwide (WWW) has appointed Nicholas T Long to the company’s board of directors. Known as ‘Tom’, he graduated from the University of North Carolina, received an MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration and is Chief Executive of beverage company MillerCoors, which markets such drinks brands as Miller Lite, Coors Light, Leinenkugel’s and Blue Moon. Prior to joining MillerCoors, he served as President and Chief Executive (after being promoted from Chief Marketing Officer) of the Miller Brewing Company. Mr Long also spent a number of years at the Coca-Cola Company, where he served as President of its Northwest Europe Division.

“Tom Long’s appointment will bring added depth to Wolverine’s already strong board,” said Blake W Krueger, Wolverine Worldwide’s Chairman, Chief Executive and President. “He has an impressive track record of building global businesses with multiple brands. Tom's exceptional marketing acumen and his experiences building strong and lasting customer relationships will prove valuable as our company continues its drive towards becoming one of the world’s premier footwear and apparel companies.”
Wolverine Worldwide’s portfolio of brands includes Bates, Chaco, Cushe, Hush Puppies, HYTEST, Merrell, Sebago and Wolverine. The company is also the footwear licensee of the CAT, Harley-Davidson and Patagonia brands.

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This article was originally published on page 4 of the September 2011 issue of SATRA Bulletin.

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