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Lululemon puts Nike veteran in charge of product as CEO O'Neill looks to right ship
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Fusion42 · 10 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Lululemon appointed Maggie Gauger, a veteran from Nike and former CEO of Athleta, as chief product officer amid efforts to overhaul leadership and address recent product issues. The company faces significant financial challenges with declining share value and profits, while also making changes to other leadership roles.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Consumer, and 3 sources have reported it between 7 Oct 2026 and 8 Oct 2026.
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You now have a new player with Nike and Athleta experience steering Lululemon’s product direction, signalling a chance to reset product focus and customer trust. If your business overlaps with performance or athleisure apparel, this leadership shift could open new collaboration or competitive moves.
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3 sources · first reported 7 Oct 2026 · latest 8 Oct 2026
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