Adventure apparel retailer Kathmandu has appointed a new head to helm its empire.
The company has confirmed David Kirk as the new chairman of the company to replace John Harvey, who has been acting chairman of Kathmandu since March 2013.
Kirk joined the Kathmandu board as a non?executive director in November 2013.
Commenting on his new role, Kirk said he is delighted to take up the role as Kathmandu continues to grow its Australasian business and looks to build a global presence in the outdoor travel and adventure market.
“I have been impressed by the results achieved by the company since it listed in 2009, and in particular the significant progress it has made in growing its online sales through Kathmandu's own platform and global marketplace websites.
"I look forward to contributing to the further development of Kathmandu's growth strategy," Kirk said.
Kirk currently also holds a number of other directorships including chairman of Trade Me Group Limited, a position he has held since October 2011 when Trade Me listed on the NZX and ASX. Since July 2009. Previously, he has also been the chairman of Hoyts Group Limited.
Kirk is also a co-founder and managing partner of Bailador Investment Management, a director of Bailador portfolio companies and a director of Forsyth Barr Group Limited.
In addition, he is the chairman of Trustees of Sydney Grammar School and a director of the Sydney Medical School Foundation and FoodShare.