Boxing loses one of it’s exemplary people.
By Mike Indri
Retired Boxers Foundation
The business of boxing, as well as the sport of boxing, lost one of it’s most supportive, loyal and dear family members last night with the passing of Everlast Worldwide, Inc. CEO and Chairman, George Q. Horowitz.
Succumbing to kidney cancer after a courageously brave battle, Horowitz had fought the dreaded disease as he lived his life - with dignity and respect.
Revitalizing a stagnant company, always best known for it’s presence in boxing; Horowitz’s vision, fortitude, and insight transformed a resurgence which transcended the one-time tunnel envisioned Everlast brand into a worldwide name in over 100 countries. Unbeknownst to most, the business of boxing, in relation to the bottom line and profit margin of the publicly traded (EVST: Nasdaq) company nowadays is surprisingly miniscule. Yet, it was the love and passion of George Horowitz, and all the Everlast family, which made the continual commitment; forming a bond and legacy with boxing, professional and even more importantly - within the amateurs.
Just as much a fan, as the head of a multi-million dollar enterprise, George most often could be seen and approached at all the New York boxing press conferences and media events, as well as all the major fights.
With a heart as large as his ever-constant smile, Horowitz was always generously charitable in assisting boxing PAL programs, non-profit organizations such as the Retired Boxers Foundation, amateur boxing, veteran boxing associations, as well as any and all good causes which the gracious, former NY school system educator thought would rightly benefit from his contributions.
George’s son, Seth Horowitz, the company president, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board.
Our prayers and deepest sympathies are sent to George’s wife, Renee, and all the Horowitz family.
From our beloved boxing community: a ten count……….
for a true champion of goodness, a man who reached great heights and never forgot; yet always appreciated the journey, Mr. George Q. Horowitz.
