Gary Champion
Gary Champion has left his post of COO of Geox’s North American division, sources told Footwear News on Monday.
The exec, who joined the Italian brand in February after a long stint at Clarks, had been working to develop styles exclusive to the U.S. market to help the label become more competitive here. He also oversaw the debut of high-profile stores including the recently opened location on 34th Street in Manhattan.
Sales in North America vaulted 20 percent for the first half of 2009.
A company spokeswoman declined to comment about the news.
