DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 10, 2020 — Implus Corporation has announced a significant leadership transition with
the appointment of Michael Polk as Interim Chief Executive Officer. This shift
comes as Seth Richards, the current CEO, and Todd Vore, President, step down to
pursue other opportunities.
Under the leadership of Seth Richards and Todd Vore, Implus has experienced remarkable
growth over the past two decades. Dave Bordeau, Chairman of the Implus Board of
Directors, expressed gratitude for their contributions and indicated that both
remain significant shareholders.
Michael Polk, with extensive experience in the consumer products sector, steps into the role
with a compelling professional background. Previously, Polk served as the
President and CEO of Newell Brands from 2011 to 2019. His career also includes
leadership roles at Unilever and Kraft, along with an early tenure at The
Procter & Gamble Company.
Michael Polk’s appointment is seen as a strategic move to guide Implus through its next growth phase.
His expertise is expected to be instrumental in leveraging Implus’ diverse
portfolio of brands, including Sof Sole®, Balega®, and Yaktrax®. “I am
excited to join both Implus Corporation and Berkshire Partners,” said
Michael Polk. “Implus has built a terrific portfolio of leading brands in
on-trend categories. I look forward to working with the Implus team to continue
to develop these great brands, accelerate growth, and further strengthen the company.”
Implus Corporation continues to be a global leader in athletic, fitness, and outdoor accessories,
delivering innovative products to over 80,000 retail outlets worldwide.
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