Laurent Potdevin

Laurent Potdevin

TED Attendee
Hermosa Beach, California, United States
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About Laurent

I am a…

Athlete, Business leader, Change agent, Engineer, Idea generator, World traveler

Bio

Laurent Potdevin was most recently the Chief Executive Officer of lululemon athletica Inc. With more than 25 years in the retail industry, Laurent has a deep understanding of premium brands, athletic apparel, technical products, innovation and best-in-class customer experience. Laurent was previously the President of TOMS Shoes, where he built a world-class management team, led global expansion, and broadened the company’s strong cultural identity. Prior to TOMS, Laurent spent more than 15 years in various roles, including five years as President and CEO, at Burton Snowboards, the world's foremost snowboard company. As an avid snowboarder, you can find Mr. Potdevin carving it up on the mountain during the winter and catching waves on his surfboard in the summer.

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Authentic brands

An idea worth spreading

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