Building off last week’s leadership changes to deepen its consumer-led growth and marketplace advantage, today NIKE, Inc. announces a new CEO for Converse.
Jared Carver will succeed Scott Uzzell as the new President and CEO of Converse, effective June 1. Carver will report to John Donahoe, President & CEO, NIKE, Inc. Scott Uzzell has transitioned to a new role as VP/GM, North America for Nike.
Carver is a consumer-first leader who brings more than a decade of leadership at Converse. For the past four years, he has served as the VP/GM for Converse’s North America business, where he unlocked strong growth in the brand’s largest geography.
Prior roles at Converse include VP/GM, Global Digital Direct; VP, Strategy; and Director, Strategy and Business Development for Converse's European Headquarters.