Cosmo Announces Leadership Transition: Mark Griffie Appointed Chief Executive Officer
Singapore, January 14, 2026 — Cosmo, a global leader in functional textiles, composites, and advanced materials for the footwear and apparel industry, today announced a planned leadership transition. After six years at the helm, Chief Executive Officer Josh VanDernoot will retire, effective December 31, 2025. The Board of Directors has appointed Mark Griffie as his successor, with his tenure as CEO commencing on January 1, 2026. Griffie will be based in Singapore.
VanDernoot will remain on Cosmo’s Board of Directors and serve as an advisor to ensure a smooth leadership handover.
“Josh led Cosmo through a period of significant industry transformation, maintaining operational discipline, honoring our commitments to brand and factory partners, and strengthening the company’s foundation. We are deeply grateful for his leadership—Cosmo’s strong position today is a direct result of his stewardship.”
— Doug Dossey, Chairman of the Board
“It has been an honor to lead Cosmo, and I’m proud of the platform we’ve built over the years. The business is sound, the team is exceptional, and Mark is fully prepared to guide Cosmo into its next chapter. I look forward to continuing to support the company as a board member and advisor.”
— Josh VanDernoot, outgoing CEO
A Proven Leader with Deep Industry Roots
Mark Griffie joined Cosmo in 2024 and has worked closely with the executive team to drive growth, sustainable innovation, and operational excellence. Prior to Cosmo, he spent 20 years at Nike, most recently as Senior Vice President of Materials Supply Chain, where he oversaw global footwear and apparel material sourcing with an annual spend exceeding $8 billion.
Griffie brings extensive experience across Asia, having held key roles in product development and sourcing—including assignments in China (2006–2008) and Singapore (2016–2020). His deep brand insights, expansive industry network, and track record of large-scale execution position him to accelerate Cosmo’s strategic momentum.
“Mark is a battle-tested leader with profound operational expertise and a nuanced understanding of our customers, partners, and the broader industry. He has the full confidence of both the Board and the leadership team and is ideally suited to lead Cosmo into its next exciting phase of growth.”
— Doug Dossey
“I am deeply honored by the trust placed in me by the Board, Josh, and the entire Cosmo team. Our priorities remain clear: maintain close partnerships with our brands and factories, ensure reliability and consistency in everything we do, and continue strengthening our commercial and operational foundations.”
— Mark Griffie, incoming CEO
Continuity, Discipline, and Partnership at the Core
As a dynamic force in the footwear and apparel value chain, Cosmo will continue under Griffie’s leadership to prioritize operational discipline, customer-centricity, and value creation. The company remains committed to supporting its brand and manufacturing partners through dependable execution, collaborative relationships, and relentless focus on innovation that delivers real-world impact.
Source: Cosmo
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