Michael Polk Takes the Helm as Interim CEO of Implus Corporation
Implus Corporation, a leading provider of athletic, fitness, and outdoor accessories, has announced
the appointment of Michael B. Polk as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Michael Polk will be taking over from Seth Richards and Todd Vore,
who are transitioning their leadership roles to pursue other opportunities.
The decision to bring Polk on board was made by the Implus Board of Directors, with Chairman
Dave Bordeau expressing confidence in Polk’s ability to lead the company during
its next phase of growth.
Michael Polk brings a wealth of experience in the consumer products sector, having served
as the President and CEO of Newell Brands from 2011 to 2019.
Polk’s extensive background includes leadership positions at Unilever and Kraft, as well as
board memberships at Colgate-Palmolive Company and Logitech International. With
his strong track record and deep industry knowledge, Polk is well-equipped to
drive Implus’ continued development and expansion.
Implus Corporation, headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, is home to a
diverse portfolio of brands in footwear accessories, hosiery, specialty
running, outdoor, fitness, and medical categories. Some of their notable brands
include Sof Sole®, Balega®, Yaktrax®, and SKLZ®.
As the company embarks on this new chapter, Implus looks forward to leveraging Polk’s
expertise to accelerate growth and strengthen its position in the market. With
his leadership, Implus is poised to continue providing innovative products that
enhance healthy and active lifestyles worldwide. Refer to this article on
CrunchBase, to learn more.
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