Sugoi names new VP of design and development
Germany-based Sugoi Performance Apparel has appointed Andrew Coutant vice president of design and development. He will be responsible for the operations side of design and development; formulating and executing a plan for design and development for existing and new business opportunities, enforcing quality processes, and driving fabric and construction innovation.
Mr Coutant has worked in the outdoor and athletic industry for 20 years. His most recent post was director of research and development/sourcing at Brooks Sports Inc. Prior to this he worked as product development manager title at Asics in
Stan Mavis, president of Sugoi, says: “It is a pleasure to have Andy Coutant join the Sugoi team, his wealth of experience in increasing quality control standards, driving innovation, strengthening price positioning on apparel and delivering award winning lines will be key to SUGOI’s future success.”
