– USA, CA – Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) today announced the appointment of Bob Eckert to succeed Steve Neal as Board Chair, effective March 26, 2021.
“As Steve retires as board chair, we are lucky to have Bob step into this role. Bob has been a successful CEO and brings decades of experience with other large, global companies and more than 10 years of experience on our board. He understands our business, our strategies and our culture, and is the ideal person to lead the board into the future.” said CEO, Chip Bergh.
He added: “Steve has been instrumental to our successful turnaround over the last decade, including playing a key role in taking the company public. He has guided us through countless strategic decisions and supported our commitment to our values every step of the way,”
“It has been an honor to lead the Levi Strauss & Co. board over the last decade. As I step down from this role, I have great confidence that Bob will continue to bring a high standard, invaluable perspective and strong leadership that will help management drive performance over the coming years,” said Steve Neal.
About Bob Eckert
Bob Eckert previously served as chairman of the board of Mattel, Inc. from May 2000 until December 2012 and was CEO there from May 2000 until December 2011. Before joining Mattel, Inc., he worked for Kraft Foods, Inc. for 23 years, including serving as its president and CEO from October 1997 until May 2000.
“Levi Strauss & Co. is an iconic, global company that I’ve come to know well over my decade of service on the board,” commented Bob Eckert. “I look forward to continuing to work with the board and the leadership team in service to our shareholders and other stakeholders, and in support of the company’s long-standing commitment to delivering profits through principles.”
About Levi Strauss & Co.
Levi Strauss & Co. is one of the world’s largest brand-name apparel companies and a global leader in jeanswear. The company designs and markets jeans, casual wear, and related accessories for men, women, and children under the Levi’s, Dockers, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co., and Denizen brands. Its products are sold in more than 110 countries worldwide through a combination of chain retailers, department stores, online sites, and a global footprint of approximately 3,100 retail stores and shop-in-shops. Levi Strauss & Co.’s reported 2020 net revenues were $4.5 billion.
For more information: https://www.levistrauss.com/
- Disclaimer - News, data, and statements included in this release are intended exclusively for general information purposes. Talent4Boards does not guarantee that news is accurate or about the correct person and accepts neither liability for the consequences of the reader’s reliance, nor responsibility for the accuracy of the information. Nothing in this release should be considered for decisions about referred securities. Products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
