Nishant Lakshman is a seasoned Product and Merchandising Leader with over 20 years of experience in the footwear and apparel industries. Currently serving as the Head of Footwear for International Markets at Columbia Sportswear Company since 2023, Nishant previously held key roles at Nike, including Brand Merchandising Manager for Emerging Markets and Director of Product Merchandising for the NBA and North America Basketball. Nishant earned an M.B.A. in Marketing and Finance from Symbiosis Institute of Business Management and holds a B.Com from Christ College, Bangalore. Prior experience also includes leadership positions at REI from 2021 to 2023 and various roles at Nike India, where Nishant drove significant business strategies in multiple regions.
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Portland, United States