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Ad Age reporter Adrianne Pasquarelli recently sat down with our Global Chief Marketing Officer Drieke Leenknegt to catch up on our upcoming brand anthem, “Always Pushing,” which is set to launch in July.   As Vans brings skateboarding to the forefront of global culture, “Always Pushing” is anchored in our free-spirited mindset of progression and youthful optimism to inspire future generations through unique storytelling and irreverent experiences.   Read the full Ad Age story at the link below.

Why Vans’ new CMO is bringing the brand back to its skateboarding roots

Why Vans’ new CMO is bringing the brand back to its skateboarding roots

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Brian Librach

Helping CEOs and Companies Unleash the Full Potential of Their Teams Through Dynamic Speaking Engagements, Actionable Advising and Hands-on Consulting with Interim Roles.

3mo

Sun Choe is going to be amazing for the brand. I love how the focus is on its roots. My only caveat would be still find ways to stay close to music. Musicians added a layer to the brands ethos. I mean think about what Post Malone has done for Crocs. People love to see those that admire, skaters, surfers, musicians wearing what they wear.

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Jerry Isaac

Founder. Branding. Sports. Youth Initiatives @Humanitarian - "Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems." ― Sun Tzu

3mo

Vans - You cant be at the forefront of global culture and youthful optimism is no where to be seen. #branding #culture #communities #sports #lifestyle

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Brenda L. Sendejas

Lifecycle Marketing, Cross-Cultural Teams, Customer Engagement, Retail Sales & Product Knowledge Expert

3mo

There are so many cool ways to further embrace this culture and lifestyle, and introduce a new perspective for the next generation as well. I love seeing the progress and am excited for what’s to come!

Andrew Crory

All things denim, heritage, streetwear, surf & outdoor related. Clothing/footwear history & heritage wear. Open to consult if asked nicely. 😎.

3mo

In other words what she’s doing is what most indie stockists of the brand have been saying should happen for the past decade or more.

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Deepak Nath

Sales and Partner Enablement | FCX-I, CPACC, IMP

3mo

About time! Make shoes from the skater perspective and not a street wear. The shoes need to break in and wrap the feet. It is difficult to battle the grip tape otherwise. More of suedes than fabric.

Matt Confer

Comms, CX, Digital, Social, Content 👾 I transform brands 📈 push boundaries 💥 inspire minds ✨ uplift people 🖤

3mo

GOOD!! Keep the brand roots strong and consistent. Love Vans! Was my first job back in high school 🤘

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Kieran Owen

Freelance Sports Graphic Designer / Sports videography

3mo

Time to reclaim them streets 🧇

Ty Hansen

Learning how to move through the supply chain world!

3mo

I am excited to see what you are going to do next!

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Sarah Jolley

Proven Leader getting businesses and people to their Potential I Retail and Merchandising expert I Experienced VP/GM I Former Nike, Converse, Gap I Entrepreneur

3mo

Let’s Goooo Drieke Leenknegt !!

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Rudy De Zutter

Research, … Learning, … Thxs

3mo

Congratulations!

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