American brand Under Armour appoints Reza Taleghani as new CFO

"Dave's leadership, financial discipline, and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in shaping Under Armour's success and resilience over more than two decades," said Kevin Plank, Under Armour President and CEO. "As we enter a crucial time for the brand, we are deeply thankful for his many contributions and his partnership in ensuring a smooth transition. Reza brings a global perspective, strong financial expertise, and a strategic mindset that align perfectly with our goals for Under Armour's next chapter. His leadership will be essential as we strengthen our foundation, drive growth, and unlock the full potential of our brand for athletes and shareholders around the world."

"I am honored to join Under Armour at such a significant and energizing moment in its growth," said Reza Taleghani. "This is an iconic company with a strong foundation, a passionate team, and an unwavering focus on performance and innovation. I look forward to working closely with Kevin and the leadership team to advance our strategic priorities, improve financial results, and create long-term value for our teammates, athletes, and shareholders."

Reza Taleghani – Background  

Mr. Taleghani has more than twenty-five years of global financial and operational leadership experience. He joins Under Armour from Samsonite Group S.A., where he has served as EVP and CFO since 2018, overseeing global finance, accounting, investor relations, treasury, internal audit, and mergers and acquisitions. During his tenure, he led major financial and operational transformations, resulting in record gross margins and EBITDA margins.

Before joining Samsonite, Mr. Taleghani served as President and CFO at Brightstar Corp., a SoftBank portfolio company, where he led its device protection and financial services divisions and managed key international acquisitions. He spent over 15 years at J.P. Morgan, holding senior roles in investment banking, commercial banking and asset management, and served as President and CEO of Sterling Airlines A/S in Copenhagen. Mr. Taleghani earned a JD/MBA from Villanova University and dual bachelor's degrees from Brown University. 

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