Scarpa sets out US transition plan
Footwear brand Scarpa has named Jonathan Degenhardt as CEO of its North American operations.
He joins from Deuter USA and Ortovox USA, where he has been managing director for the last six years.
He previously worked in sales for Scarpa at the outset of its North American operation 20 years ago.
Degenhardt will join the Italian company next month, and spend a transition period working with current North America CEO Kim Miller, who will retire early next year.
Two longtime employees have also been promoted. Mark Mathews, currently vice-president of sales, becomes chief commercial officer, and Joe Higby, currently VP of finance, becomes VP of finance and operations.
Stefano Trentin, Co-CEO of Scarpa globally, based at the company’s headquarters and manufacturing centre in Asolo, Italy, said: “Our strategy is not just hiring a new CEO for North America, but elevating longstanding members of our internal executive team to new positions to support the CEO.
“This will provide a strong foundation for growth based on institutional knowledge and continuity of company culture and brand values, while also adding a new perspective on how the business runs.”
