Wolverine adds to consumer focus with new director appointment

13/12/2013
Footwear group Wolverine Worldwide has announced the appointment of Gina Boswell to its board of directors.

Ms Boswell is executive vice-president of the personal care division of multinational consumer products manufacturer Unilever. She previously held senior roles at Avon Products, Ford Motor Company, and Estee Lauder.

“Gina Boswell is a well-rounded executive with a strong global perspective on the consumer marketplace,” said Wolverine chief executive, Blake Krueger, on announcing the appointment. “She has an impressive track record of building global brands and growing market share in international markets, all significant assets to our portfolio of 16 global lifestyle brands.”