Nike names new VP for North America

10/10/2016
Sportswear manufacturer Nike has appointed Tom Peddie as vice presidents of its operations in North America. He replaces Joaquin Hidalgo, who is taking a leave of absence due to health issues, with immediate effect.

Mr Peddie has held a variety of senior management roles during 26 years at Nike. He was most recently vice president of global sales.

“Tom is a strong leader with a deep understanding of our consumer and the integrated marketplace,” said Elliott Hill, president of geographies and sales for Nike. “He has proven time and again his ability to lead teams toward continued and profitable long-term growth and we look forward to his leadership in this important geography.”