Former Netherlands National Team Captain
Will Appear in Skechers Marketing Campaigns as the Brand’s
First Ambassador for Benelux
Ruud Gullit, football legend and former captain of the
Netherlands National Team, has signed on with global footwear brand
Skechers as its first ambassador in Benelux. Named World Soccer
Player of the Year twice and known as a “Total Footballer,” Gullit
will be featured in multi-platform marketing for Skechers’ footwear
and apparel collections, including Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® as
his first campaign.
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Skechers Benelux ambassador and football
legend Ruud Gullit in Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® footwear.
(Photo: Business Wire)
"I've always had a love for stylish shoes. My time playing
football in Italy only enhanced that, and the look and feel of
Skechers continues to impress me," Ruud Gullit said. "I've
thoroughly studied their shoes and visited several stores before
engaging with the brand. The versatility of their range immediately
appealed to me—especially the comfort, convenience and style of
Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins. There's something for everyone, as I
like to say. Whether I'm doing analysis on television, working out,
playing golf, or attending a more formal event, Skechers offers
appropriate shoes for every occasion."
"Skechers not only boast stylish looks, but they also provide
comfort, thanks to the innovative technologies they're known for,"
Gullit continued. "Their dedication to active lifestyles and sports
perfectly aligns with my own motivations and values as a former
professional football player. I am looking forward to our
collaboration and am proud to be the brand’s first ambassador in my
home country."
"Ruud Gullit is the ideal choice for Skechers because of his
charisma, enthusiasm and humor,” said Maurice van Berkel, Country
Manager, Skechers USA Benelux B.V. "As a football legend who has
made significant contributions to Dutch and European football, Ruud
has an instant connection with fans across the region. We are
excited to embark on this journey together beginning with our new
Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins campaign, reaching new heights, and
enhancing his role in our dynamic and ambitious brand growth."
Born in Amsterdam, Ruud Gullit is considered one of the greatest
Dutch footballers of all time. He has played for renowned clubs
including HFC Haarlem, Feyenoord, PSV, AC Milan, Sampdoria, and
Chelsea. Gullit captained the "golden generation" that became
European champions in 1988. Following his illustrious playing
career, he transitioned into coaching roles at clubs such as
Newcastle United, Chelsea, and Feyenoord. Today, he serves as a
football analyst on sports programs.
In addition to Gullit, Skechers features former footballers in
its lifestyle advertising across Europe including Jamie Redknapp,
Frank Lebœuf, and Fabio Cannavaro. The brand also has a roster of
premier league football stars currently competing in Skechers boots
on the pitch including Harry Kane, Mohammed Kudus, Oleksandr
Zinchenko, and Anthony Elanga.
Skechers' men's footwear and apparel are available in Skechers
stores, at skechers.nl and skechers.be and in department stores,
specialty stores and shoe stores worldwide.
About Skechers U.S.A. Benelux B.V. and Skechers U.S.A.,
Inc.
Skechers USA Benelux B.V. is a subsidiary of Skechers U.S.A.,
Inc. (NYSE:SKX), The Comfort Technology Company® based in Southern
California. Skechers designs, develops and markets a diverse range
of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories for
men, women and children. The Company’s collections are available in
180 countries and territories through department and specialty
stores, and direct to consumers through skechers.com and
approximately 5,200 Skechers retail stores. A Fortune 500® company,
Skechers manages its international business through a network of
wholly-owned subsidiaries, joint venture partners, and
distributors. For more information, please visit about.skechers.com
and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
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