23/09/2026
What does it take to build winning teams, inspire people, and sustain success over decades?
It starts with believing in your vision. Demanding more from yourself. Embracing setbacks, learning from them, and coming back stronger.
Yesterday afternoon, we welcomed Pep Guardiola, former Manchester City head coach and one of football's most influential leaders, to our headquarters in Herzogenaurach. In conversation with our CEO, Arthur Hoeld, Pep shared his perspective on building high-performing teams, creating a winning culture and leading through both success and adversity.
As Pep reminded us, the most important asset in any organization is its people. Strong relationships, shared purpose, and the ambition to leave things better than you found them are what create lasting impact.
That mindset felt particularly relevant for our teams at PUMA. We know the road to success is never linear. But the greatest teams, the strongest brands, and the best leaders don't stand still. They stay curious, they keep evolving and they never lose belief in where they're headed.
Thank you, Pep, for inspiring our teams, our partners, and our leaders with your honesty, energy, and passion. 🙏