Beer chief joins Wolverine Worldwide board
18/07/2011
Mr Long is the chief executive officer of drinks company MillerCoors, a joint venture between brewing groups SABMiller and Molson Coors and the owner of famous beer brands including Miller Lite, Coors Light, Leinenkugel's and Blue Moon.
“Tom Long’s appointment will bring added depth to Wolverine's already strong board,” said Blake W. Krueger, Wolverine Worldwide's chief executive. “He has an impressive track record of building global businesses with multiple brands. Additionally, 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.”
On taking up the appointment, Mr Long said: “I am extremely pleased to join the board of Wolverine Worldwide, a proven leader in global brand building and an innovator in footwear and apparel. The company has an exceptional track record of rewarding its shareholders and I look forward to working with the management team and my fellow board members to help maintain the company’s impressive performance.”
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