Gary Destefano

Gary DeStefano is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in global operations and sales management, currently serving as a Member of the Board of Directors at Digimarc since November 2016. Previously, Gary held various leadership positions at Nike from 1986 to 2013, culminating in the role of President of Global Operations, where significant revenue growth was achieved, increasing from $15 billion to $22 billion. Gary's tenure included pivotal roles such as President of USA Operations, where a turnaround was orchestrated for the company's largest business, and Vice President & General Manager of Asia Pacific, overseeing operations across multiple key markets. Gary's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from the University of New Hampshire and an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University.