
Investing.com -- Under Armour (NYSE:UA) said Wednesday its founder Kevin Plank is set to return to take the helm as chief executive officer starting Apr. 1, succeeding Stephanie Linnartz, to steer the athletic apparel company through a challenging backdrop for sportswear makers.
Under Armour Inc A (NYSE:UAA) jumped 10% in afterhours following the news.
As part of the leadership shakeup, Mohamed El-Erian was named as chairman. Linnartz remain as an advisor through the end of April.
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