SanMar appoints former Brooks Running CEO to board

SanMar Corporation, a supplier of wholesale accessories and apparel, announced the appointment of former Brooks Running CEO Jim Weber to its board of advisors.

According to the company, Weber is a respected leader and author known for transforming large-scale businesses with a strong sense of purpose. As the former CEO of Brooks Running, he spent over two decades growing the company into a leading global running brand recognized for its innovation, high quality, and commitment to the running community. His leadership is said to have helped shape Brooks Running into a successful, values-driven company that puts people and purpose at the heart of its success.

“We’re honored to welcome Jim to the SanMar team,” said Jeremy Lott, president and CEO of SanMar. “His leadership approach and strategic vision are going to be real assets to our advisory board. Jim’s proven success in aligning business with purpose is exactly the mindset we strive for at SanMar. We can’t wait to shape and achieve our goals for the future with his partnership.”

SanMar stated that it and Brooks Running share a commitment to growth, innovation, and community. Under Weber’s leadership, Brooks became synonymous with high-quality, customer-centered products — values that align closely with SanMar’s focus on client service and product innovation.

With this appointment, SanMar said it further strengthens its board of advisors which includes regional leaders such as Phyllis Campbell, former chairman of the Pacific Northwest region for JPMorgan Chase; Robert Christensen, former president of PACCAR; Marty Lott, founder and chairman of SanMar; Jordan Lott, president and CEO of Lake Washington Partners; Jeremy Lott, president and CEO of SanMar.

“I’m excited to join SanMar’s board of advisors alongside such an accomplished group of leaders,” said Weber. “I identify with SanMar’s purpose and values — they don’t just talk about making a difference, they live it and work every day to do so. I look forward to contributing to their mission to help make meaningful connections that center people and community.”