E-commerce platform specialising in sportswear and athleisure solutions, Agilitas Sports has appointed Richard Zartman as its new Vice President for Footwear Design. Joining as part of the founding team, Zartman will spearhead the footwear design division for Agilitas Sports' array of athletic sportswear brands.

Expressing his pleasure over Zartman’s addition to the company’s team, Abhishek Ganguly, Founder, emphasised his extensive experience and expertise in footwear design, product creation, and strategy. Zartman's appointment will prove to be  a crucial step towards advancing the company’s vision of innovation and excellence in the sportswear industry, both in India and globally, opines Ganguly. 

Zartman boasts of two decades of experience in footwear design with particularly specialisation in running footwear. Prior to Agilitas Sports, has worked with prominent brands like Brooks Sports and Adidas. 

His mission at Agilitas Sports includes showcasing and elevating Indian footwear design and designers on a global stage. Together with the team at Agilitas Sports, he aims to push the boundaries of footwear excellence, promote an active and healthy lifestyle, and set new sustainability standards in the industry.

In tandem with Zartman's appointment, Agilitas Sports has secured Rs 100 crore in funding from Nexus Venture Partners to expand its operations. Additionally, the company has acquired Mochiko Shoes, a footwear manufacturer in India known for producing footwear for renowned brands such as Adidas, Puma, New Balance, Skechers, and others. This acquisition further consolidates Agilitas Sports' market position and enables it to deliver high-quality athletic footwear solutions.