Decathlon’s board of administrators has changed Barbara Martin Coppola, CEO since March 2022, with López.
López has held a wide range of positions throughout his 26 years on the retailer, together with warehouse supervisor in Barcelona between 2001 and 2003, to serving as CEO of Decathlon Spain from 2015 to 2022.
His newest function, which he held since 2022, was international chief worth chain officer.
In July 2024, Decathlon is launched its personal subsidiary to spend money on forward-thinking companies and types. The impartial entity, named Decathlon Pulse, will construct and scale concepts to create standalone new companies, spend money on future-facing individuals and ideas, and purchase progressive sports activities manufacturers.
López (pictured, left) stated: “I’m notably honoured by the boldness of Julien [Leclercq, chairman of Decathlon] and the board of administrators as I take up my new place, and I thank Barbara, with whom I’ve loved working within the government committee for the previous three years.
“As a Decathlonian for 26 years, I am pleased with the work we have accomplished over time to deliver the advantages of sport to an increasing number of individuals world wide. Collectively, with all our teammates, we’ll, with dedication, enthusiasm and humility, speed up our financial growth, and our efforts to serve our human and environmental commitments.”
Leclercq added: “I wish to thank Barbara for the impactful work she has carried out over the previous three years. In the present day, Decathlon is a sports activities model that’s more and more recognised world wide for its merchandise, its commitments and its constructive affect. As Decathlon embarks on a brand new part in its historical past, I’ve each confidence in Javier and his pure capability to deliver individuals collectively to drive our ambition and determine new levers for sustainable development whereas additional strengthening our distinctive human and inclusive tradition.”
