Crocs appoints new director

09/10/2008

Crocs has appointed Peter Jacobi to its board of directors.

Mr Jacobi was employed by Levi Strauss & Company from 1970 until his retirement in 1999. During his almost 30-year tenure, he held various senior level positions including president of the men's jeans division, president of global sourcing, president of Levi Strauss International and, from 1996 until his retirement, president and chief operating officer.

Crocs president and chief executive officer, Ron Snyder, said: "His many years of experience with a leading global branded consumer company will be a valuable asset to Crocs as we continue to diversify our business and expand our presence both domestically and overseas. We look forward to his insight and contributions."