Adidas, represented by Catherine Lee, joins the Leather Working Group Board

We’re pleased to announce the election of adidas, represented by Catherine Lee, to the LWG Board.

As Senior Director of Product Development at adidas, Catherine brings extensive experience in sourcing operations and material development, with strong expertise in aligning strategic sustainability goals, regulatory requirements, and operational readiness.

We would also like to express our sincere thanks to Jon Hopper, Senior Director, Global Materials Supply at VF Corporation, for his dedicated service as an outgoing Board member –and for his invaluable contributions to LWG’s work over the past eight years. His commitment and support have played an important role, and we are truly appreciative of the time, expertise, and passion he has brought to advancing our mission.

Please join us in giving adidas and Catherine Lee a warm welcome to the Board. Her appointment is effective from 1 April, 2026. 

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