Clarks appoints new president for Americas region

Footwear brand Clarks has appointed Geralyn Breig as president, Americas region with

immediate effect. Breig, who joins from Avon where she served as SVP and president of North America, will report into Ken Dobinson, Clarks chief commercial officer.

Melissa Potter, chief executive, C&J Clark International, said: “I am excited about adding Geralyn’s unique brand and business development experience to the proven footwear expertise residing in the team at Clarks. It’s a powerful combination to take us on the next stage of our growth journey.”

Dobinson, added: “We are delighted that Geralyn is joining the Clarks Americas team. She will bring tremendous value to the Americas Region and the broader Clarks organisation as we advance our strategy to become the world’s leading footwear brand.”