Sporting Business Sector

The sporting business sector encompasses companies that design, manufacture, and market sports equipment, apparel, and services, driving significant global revenue and consumer engagement. CEOs in this sector play a crucial role in strategic leadership, innovation, and market expansion to enhance company performance and shareholder value.


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Asics

Yasuhito Hirota's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily attributed to his executive compensation, stock holdings, and long-term tenure as CEO and President of Asics Corporation.


Mizuno

Koji Yanaka, current CEO of Mizuno Corporation, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, primarily derived from his executive compensation, stock holdings, and tenure within the company.


Umbro

Kim Harrington, current CEO of Umbro, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million due to her executive compensation, equity stakes, and career progression within the sports apparel industry.


The North Face

Nicole Otto's net worth is estimated at $5 million USD, primarily derived from her executive compensation, stock awards, and bonuses as CEO of The North Face, a subsidiary of VF Corporation.


Vans

Kevin Bailey's estimated net worth of around $15 million is largely attributed to his executive compensation, stock holdings, and long-standing leadership roles at VF Corporation, the parent company of Vans.


Salomon Group

Franco Fogliato's estimated net worth of around $5 million derives from his executive roles within global sportswear brands--including Salomon Group--where his compensation comprises salary, performance bonuses, and equity incentives.


Speedo

Jim Gerson's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily attributed to his executive compensation, equity stakes, and bonus incentives accrued during his tenure as Speedo's CEO.


Oakley

Dave Burwick's estimated net worth of around $50 million is primarily driven by his executive compensation, stock holdings, and long tenure in high-level leadership roles at companies like Peet's Coffee, Boston Beer Company, and Oakley.


Lotto Sport Italia

Andrea Tomat's estimated net worth of around $50 million is largely attributed to his long-standing role as CEO and key shareholder of Lotto Sport Italia, a leading global sportswear brand.


Diadora

Enrico Moretti Polegato's estimated net worth of around $100 million is primarily derived from his ownership and executive role in Diadora, a globally recognized sportswear brand, and his family's consolidated wealth from the Geox Group.


Yonex

Ben Yoneyama, current CEO of Yonex, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to his leadership in expanding Yonex's global market in sports equipment and consistent growth in sales and brand partnerships.


Kappa

Marco Boglione's net worth, estimated at around $200 million, is primarily derived from his ownership and executive role in BasicNet S.p.A., the parent company of Kappa, whose global licensing model, brand portfolio (including Kappa, Superga, and Sebago), and sports sponsorships generate substantial revenue streams.


Spalding

Matt Day, current CEO of Spalding, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, derived primarily from his executive compensation, equity stakes, and career progression in the sporting goods industry.


Wilson Sporting Goods

Dave Monterosso, current CEO of Wilson Sporting Goods, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily sourced from executive compensation, long-term incentive plans, and equity awards tied to company performance.


Head

Vijay Subramaniam, current CEO of Head, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million due to his executive leadership, equity stakes, and prior industry roles in entertainment and talent management.


Babolat

Eric Babolat's estimated net worth of around $10 million stems from his long-term leadership and family ownership of Babolat, a globally recognized sporting goods company specializing in tennis, badminton, and padel equipment.


Converse

Jared Carver, current CEO of Converse, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million primarily due to his executive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and stock options at Converse, a Nike, Inc.


Slazenger

Ray Evans, the current CEO of Slazenger, is estimated to have a net worth of around $5 million, primarily attributed to executive compensation, equity stakes, and performance-driven bonuses within the global sports equipment sector.


Warrior Sports

Calin Rovinescu, CEO of Warrior Sports, has an estimated net worth of around $50 million, primarily derived from executive compensation packages, stock options, and previous leadership roles including his tenure as CEO of Air Canada.


Joma

Fructuoso Lopez, current CEO of Joma, has an estimated net worth of around $100 million due to the brand's global presence in sportswear and profitable sponsorship deals with major football clubs and athletes.


Canterbury of New Zealand

Marianne Radich's estimated net worth of around $1 million USD is primarily derived from her executive compensation as CEO of Canterbury of New Zealand and previous senior roles in the apparel industry.


Helly Hansen

Paul Stoneham, CEO of Helly Hansen, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to his leadership roles at major global brands and successful company growth under his tenure.


Brooks Sports

Dan Sheridan, CEO of Brooks Sports, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, primarily due to his executive compensation, stock options, and long tenure in athletic footwear industry leadership roles.


Saucony

Anne Cavassa's net worth, estimated at around $3 million, reflects her executive salary, performance bonuses, stock options, and accumulated investments as President of Saucony and previous leadership roles within Wolverine Worldwide and Brooks Running.


Arc'teryx

Stuart Haselden's estimated net worth of around $15 million is primarily attributed to his executive roles at global brands like Arc'teryx, Lululemon, and Away, combined with substantial compensation packages, stock grants, and performance bonuses.


Bauer Hockey

Ed Kinnaly's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD is attributed to his salary, bonuses, and long-term executive compensation as CEO of Bauer Hockey, as well as previous leadership roles within the sports equipment industry.


Titleist

David Maher's estimated net worth of around $25 million stems from his tenure as CEO of Acushnet Holdings (Titleist), sizable executive compensation, stock awards, and the company's market success in the golf industry.


Callaway Golf

Callaway Golf CEO Chip Brewer's estimated net worth of around $40 million is attributed to his long-term executive compensation, stock awards, and performance incentives accumulated since becoming CEO in 2012.


TaylorMade

David Abeles's estimated net worth of around $25 million is attributed to his long-standing executive leadership at TaylorMade, lucrative compensation packages, equity stakes, and significant industry influence in the global golf equipment sector.


Dunlop Sport

Kei Saito's estimated net worth of around $2 million reflects his executive compensation and performance incentives as Dunlop Sport's CEO, combined with returns from company stock options and corporate investments.


Prince Sports

Mike Ballardie's estimated net worth of around $5 million is primarily attributed to his executive compensation as CEO of Prince Sports, along with his previous leadership roles at Wilson and Head, and his equity holdings and consultancy work within the sports equipment industry.


Everlast

Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, current CEO of Everlast, has an estimated net worth of $600 million, primarily accrued from his executive leadership roles, global diplomatic influence, and strategic investments linked to the sports and manufacturing sectors.


Li-Ning

Li Ning, founder and current CEO of Li-Ning Company Limited, has an estimated net worth of around $5 billion due to his substantial shareholdings in the sportswear giant and the company's strong growth in China's athletic apparel market.


Decathlon

Barbara Martin Coppola's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD is primarily attributed to her executive compensation, equity stakes, and bonuses accrued through leadership roles at global companies like Decathlon, Ikea, and Google.


Lotto

Andrea Tomat's estimated net worth of around $50 million is primarily attributed to his longstanding role as CEO and major shareholder of Lotto Sport Italia, a globally recognized sportswear brand.


Peak Sport

Xu Zhihua, CEO of Peak Sport, has an estimated net worth of around $1.2 billion primarily due to his significant equity in Peak Sport--a leading Chinese sportswear company--boosted by strong global sales, endorsements, and market expansion.


Anta Sports

Ding Shizhong, current CEO of Anta Sports, has an estimated net worth of around $8 billion primarily due to his significant equity stake in Anta Sports, China's leading sportswear company, and its strong market performance and expansion globally.


Kelme

Carlos Garcia Cobaleda, current CEO of Kelme, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, derived primarily from his executive compensation, equity holdings in the internationally recognized sportswear brand Kelme, and previous leadership roles in sports and fashion industries.