News Update: January 12, 2005

CHARLIE SETZLER PROMOTED TO VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES FOR O’NEILL CLOTHING


Irvine, Calif.- CEO and President of O’Neill Clothing Kelly Gibson announced the promotion of Charlie Setzler to Vice President of Sales for O’Neill Clothing.

Setzler began his career with O’Neill in 1997 as a sales rep. His responsibilities expanded three and a half years ago as he was promoted to the National Sales Manager role. Since then, he has been instrumental in growing the O’Neill business, particularly with Pacific Sunwear.

“Charlie’s enthusiasm and hard work is exceptional. His long history with the brand has translated into knowing the inside and out of the company,” says Gibson. “His accomplishments have made a huge impact on the success and growth of O’Neill,” adds Gibson.

Although Setzler has attended many tradeshows with O’Neill, Surf Expo in Orlando, Fl. (Jan 13-15) will be Setzler’s first tradeshow as the Vice President for Sales for O’Neill Clothing. In addition to showing the Summer 06 line, O’Neill will preview the mens Fall 06 line.

O’Neill is the world’s original surf brand. The family-owned and operated company distributes its products to 85 countries, including more than 2,000 specialty wetsuit and clothing retailers in the U.S. O’Neill Clothing USA is a licensee of O’Neill International. Consumer information is available at www.oneill.com.