Robert Dundon named Senior VP Sales at Pentland North America

Pentland Brands has appointed Robert Dundon as new Senior VP Sales for Pentland North America. Dundon, who joins the company on March 9, 2017, brings over 15 years’ experience in building multi-channel brand strategies for a number of luxury brands including Links of London, Folli Follie, Michele Watches, Thomas Pink and Paul Smith.

Commenting on Dundon’s appointment, Carl Davies, Global Customer Director, Pentland Brands, said in a statement, “We’re really excited by the opportunities the US market presents for our business, so we’re delighted Robert is joining the Pentland family. He has an outstanding track record in strategically growing brands in our sector and he’ll be instrumental in accelerating our growth ambitions, for the Lacoste and Ted Baker footwear businesses, with our partners and retailers.”

Dundon will initially report to Beck Federici, General Manager Operations, Pentland North America, who is currently leading the North America team on an interim basis. UK-based Pentland owns brands such as Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Boxfresh, Ellesse, KangaROOS, Mitre and Red or Dead. It’s also the global licensee for Lacoste Chaussures and Ted Baker footwear, and Kickers in the UK.