UK, London – Dr. Martens plc (LON: DOCS) announced the appointments of Robert Hanson and Benoit Vauchy to its Board as Non-Executive Directors effective 26 March 2025.
“We are pleased to announce these appointments today. The expertise and experiences of both Robert and Benoit further strengthens our Board. Robert has significant USA and wholesale experience and is a proven consumer brand CEO. Benoit is an experienced financial leader and his appointment to the Board demonstrates Permira’s commitment to Dr. Martens. I am looking forward to working with them both, together with the existing Board.” said Board Chaiman, Paul Mason.
About Robert Hanson
Robert Hanson is an experienced executive with a strong track record of delivering growth at consumer brands. He was CEO of John Hardy and American Eagle Outfitters and also served as EVP of Wines and Spirits for Constellation Brands. Before this, he served for over a decade in senior roles at Levi Strauss & Co., including as President of the Americas division and, latterly, as Global Brand President, of the Americas. Robert Hanson brings a broad, multidisciplinary skillset and significant experience in the North American market combined with global expertise. His prior non-executive experience includes positions on the boards of Canopy Growth, Urban Outfitters, and Constellation Brands. He was recently appointed as CEO of US wine company The Duckhorn Portfolio.
About Benoit Vauchy
Benoit Vauchy is a Partner at the Company’s largest investor, global investment firm Permira, where he is a member of the Investment and Executive Committees. He has served on the board of Spanish online travel company eDreams ODIGEO as a Non-Executive Director for a decade, during which time the business has undergone a significant period of transformation. Benoit Vauchy serves on the board of Permira Holdings Limited and has previously served on the boards of Universidad Europea, VacanceSelec,t, and Exclusive Networks. He has worked at Permira since 2006, and previously spent six years at JPMorgan in London and Frankfurt.
About Dr. Martens
Dr. Martens is an iconic British brand founded in 1960 in Northamptonshire. Produced originally for workers looking for tough, durable boots, the brand was quickly adopted by diverse youth subcultures and associated musical movements. Dr. Martens has since transcended its working-class roots while still celebrating its proud heritage and, six decades later, “Docs” or “DM’s” are worn by people around the world who use them as a symbol of empowerment and their attitude. The Company was listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange on 29 January 2021 (DOCS.L) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.
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