NIKE Announces Leadership Changes at Umbro, Converse and Hurley

NIKE NKE announced today that Michael Spillane, currently CEO of Converse, will become CEO and President of Umbro and Jim Calhoun, currently CEO of Hurley, will become CEO and President of Converse. Both Michael and Jim will continue to report to NIKE, Inc. President of Affiliates, Roger Wyett. Jim Allaker, CEO and President of Umbro, will retire. “We are very excited that Michael, a seasoned industry veteran, will now take the helm at Umbro. Michael has demonstrated strong success at Converse and we are confident he will bring the same passion, commitment and clarity of vision to Umbro,” said Roger Wyett. “In addition, Jim Calhoun's brand expertise and global experience will be instrumental in driving continued growth at Converse.” “We would like to thank Jim Allaker for his significant contribution to both the Nike brand and Umbro as he retires from NIKE, Inc. after 23 years,” continued Roger Wyett.