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| Industry Press Releases |
 ENK International Hires David Kahan As President, ENK Foowear GroupNew York City, Sept. 15, 2010 - ENK International, the fashion industry's pre-eminent trade show organizer, announced today that David Kahan is joining the company as President ENK Footwear Group. His responsibilities will include developing and implementing ENK's strategic plan to grow its footwear business through expansion of the company's WSA and Sole Commerce footwear tradeshows as well as creating new footwear opportunities for ENK. "ENK intends to be as integral to footwear as we are to fashion. We have found a leader who brings a comprehensive view of footwear that complements ENK's historic fashion roots. We are proud to welcome David to ENK," said Elyse Kroll, Chairman of the Board of Directors. "David has earned the respect of the industry over the years for his vision and accomplishments. He will be instrumental in creating the right strategy for ENK and will grow the company's footwear business globally." Tom Nastos, President of ENK International added, "David is a well-seasoned footwear executive with a track record of success. We believe he has the right skill set and tenacity to re-energize our footwear show in Las Vegas (WSA) and strengthen our position in New York (Sole Commerce) providing a convenient bi-coastal opportunity for retailers and exhibitors alike." "It is with tremendous enthusiasm and commitment to footwear that I join ENK,"said David Kahan. "I have spent most of my career in the footwear industry as both a retailer, as well as an exhibitor, and I will work with ENK to create the best environment in which to conduct business. Galvanizing the WSA Show in Las Vegas is my top priority, however, I am truly excited about working with Elyse and Tom to actualize ENK's leadership in footwear on a broad, global scale." Mr. Kahan joins ENK from Reebok International/Adidas Group where he was employed from 2002 through 2010, most recently holding the position of SVP, Rockport USA. Mr. Kahan began his career in 1981 as a footwear buyer with Macy's and progressed through increasing more responsibility positions at NIKE, FILA and Russell Corporation before joining Reebok in 2002. In addition, ENK has reorganized its footwear show management and sales teams to be managed by Mr. Kahan from ENK's headquarters in New York. Under his direction, a sales team will be assembled to focus on key regions in the US and abroad. ENK International provides the forum for the fashion world to conduct business. It is the leading tradeshow organization serving the upscale fashion marketplace, including the men's, women's, accessories, footwear, and children's categories. Founded by Elyse N. Kroll, the Company conducts 29 events per year, 16 of which are held in New York City, four in Las Vegas and five in Los Angeles. ENK events are attended by critical fashion retailers, representing both specialty and department stores from around the world. They represent over 10,000 domestic and international exhibiting companies, and over one million net square feet of exhibit space. ENK's portfolio of 29+ events include Coterie (women's contemporary and bridge clothing and accessories), Collective (men's classic to contemporary clothing, accessories and footwear), Circuit (women's jewelry, accessories, handbags, scarves, footwear and gift items), Intermezzo (women's contemporary and bridge clothing), Blue (men's premium denim and advanced sportswear), Children's Club (children's clothing, accessories, footwear and gifts from layette to junior categories), WSA (women's, men's and children's footwear and accessories), Sole Commerce (upscale women's footwear show sitting within Coterie), Brighte Los Angeles (contemporary and bridge women's ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories) and ENK Vegas (advanced men's and women's clothing and accessory collections). For additional information, please contact: Celeste Boehm Telephone: 818-464-2352 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
