Quiksilver Names Mooney President/CEO, McKnight Executive Chairman
Quiksilver Inc. appointed Andy Mooney as president and chief executive officer, succeeding Quiksilver co-founder Bob McKnight, who has been named executive chairman. Mooney will also join the Quiksilver board of directors.
Mooney has a track record in building global consumer brands. He previously served as chairman of Disney Consumer Products (DCP) for eight years, where he oversaw Disney’s worldwide licensing, publishing and retail businesses. During his 11-year career, he developed successful new ventures and innovative business models and tripled retail sales to $36 billion.
Prior to DCP, Mooney spent 20 years at Nike, where he served in a variety of senior-level roles, including chief marketing officer, founder of Nike’s equipment business and general manager of Nike’s global apparel business.
“Quiksilver has built a valuable portfolio of global authentic brands,” Mooney said. “I am enthusiastic and energized about the opportunities ahead and look forward to working with the board, management team and our employees around the world to continue strengthening our brands, increasing global sales and driving operational efficiencies to fully realize Bob’s vision for Quiksilver.” —Sarah Wolfson
