Iconix adds two new independent directors to its board

Iconix has announced the addition of two new independent members to its board of directors, Sanjay Khosla and Kristen O'Hara, effective immediately.

"We are thrilled to welcome Sanjay and Kristen to the Iconix Board," said Peter Cuneo, Executive Chairman of Iconix, adding,"Sanjay, Kristen and Kenny each brings a fresh new perspective and unique skill set including international expertise, new media, technology and finance that will further diversify and strengthen our board.

Khosla has a proven track record transforming international businesses, and has worked and lived in the United States, Europe and Asia. He brings more than 35 years of global executive leadership experience with premier consumer product companies, including Kraft, Fonterra, and Unilever, helping to grow and market brands, such as Cadbury, Oreo, Milka and Trident, among others. He is also an experienced board director in diverse industries. He currently serves on the board of directors of Zoetis and NIITand previously served on the boards of Hindustan Unilever, Best Buy and Big Heart Pet Brands.

O'Hara is a marketing and advertising executive with expertise in social and digital media, as well as data analytics and technology. In her current role as Chief Marketing Officer, Global Media, of Time Warner, she drives the marketing strategy and business innovation for the 58 billion dollars media and entertainment company by leveraging consumer insight, data and new technology platforms.

Iconix also announced that the company will nominate Kenneth Slutsky for election at the company's 2016 annual meeting of stockholders. Slutsky is an investor in both private and public sector enterprises. His experience spans numerous industries including: technology, energy, real estate and financial services. Meanwhile, Barry Emanuel, a current member of the board, intends to retire upon completion of his current term at the company's 2016 annual meeting of stockholders.