Dawn N. Fitzpatrick, Eugene D. Smith and Robert J. Sweeney will join the company’s Board of Directors.
Under Armour today announced that Dawn N. Fitzpatrick, Eugene D. Smith and Robert J. Sweeney will be joining the company’s Board of Directors.
Since 2017, Fitzpatrick has been the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Soros Fund Management, a privately held investment management firm.
Smith served as Senior Vice President and Athletic Director at Ohio State University from 2005 to 2024.
Since 2019, Sweeney has served as the President of Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm focused on consumer, distribution and retail-related investments.

“Dawn and Rob’s extensive financial and operational expertise, combined with Gene’s deep knowledge of intercollegiate sports management, make them exceptional additions to our board,” Mohamed A. El-Erian, Chair of the Board at Under Armour, said. “As we pursue our strategy to create greater value for Under Armour’s athletes, customers, shareholders, and teammates, their unique talents, insights, and passion for the brand will be invaluable for navigating our next chapter.”
As of April 15, Under Armour’s Board will comprise Douglas E. Coltharp, Jerri L. DeVard, Mohamed A. El-Erian, Carolyn N. Everson, Dawn N. Fitzpatrick, David W. Gibbs, Karen W. Katz, Eric T. Olson, Kevin A. Plank, Eugene D. Smith, Robert J. Sweeney and Patrick W. Whitesell.