John Duke

John Duke has over 25 years of experience in the consumer goods industry, with a focus on the sporting goods and footwear sectors. John is currently the President of Titleist Golf Gear at Acushnet, a position they have held since 2015.

Prior to joining Acushnet, Duke served as the Vice President of the TRANSFORMERS Brand Franchise at Hasbro from 2012 to 2014. John was also a Board Member at Karhu Holding BV from 2008 to 2014, and before that they were the General Manager of the Performance Product Business Unit at Converse from 2005 to 2008.

Duke began their career at Reebok in 1991 as the Marketing Director for Reebok Japan, a position they held for 8 years. John then worked as a Senior Associate in the Investment Banking Division at Morgan Stanley from 2000 to 2003, before returning to Converse as the Senior Director of Global Strategic Planning & Business Development from 2003 to 2004.

John Duke began their educational career by earning a BA in Economics and Theirtory from Boston College. John then went on to earn an MBA in Strategy and Finance from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business.

John Duke reports to David Maher , President & CEO. Some of their coworkers include Steven Pelisek - President, Titleist Golf Clubs, Christopher Lindner - President, FootJoy Golf Wear, and Tom Pacheco - EVP, CFO & Chief Accounting Officer.