Rab, Lowe Alpine CEO Matt Gowar to Step Down
Gowar, CEO and owner of Equip Outdoor Technologies, is stepping down 20 years after buying Rab. Equip is on the hunt for a new CEO to lead the company in its next phase of growth.
Cotopaxi Names Lindsay Shumlas CEO
Shumlas will be supported by former Hoka and Teva president Wendy Yang, who will move from board member to executive chairwoman.
Hestra Gloves Hires Former Cotopaxi Exec James Hampton
Hestra's new president, North America, replaces Dino Dardano, who retired but is staying on as an advisor through the winter.
REI Names Former Sephora Executive Chief Marketing Officer
The announcement comes amidst many changes to the REI executive team as the outdoor industry's largest retailer looks to revamp sales in the challenging post-COVID environment.
Wolverine Worldwide Appoints Susie Kuhn to Active Group President
Kuhn will oversee the Merrell, Saucony, and Chaco brands in her new role.
Elevate Outdoor Collective Announces CEO Switch – John Colonna to Depart, Josee Larocque Named CEO
In a surprise change in leadership, Elevate said former CEO John Colonna is leaving the company to pursue other interests. Elevate owns K2 Skis, K2 Snowboarding, Marker, Dalbello, Völkl, RIDE Snowboards, LINE Skis, and more.
Chico Bukovansky, Formerly of Dakine, Joins DPS Skis and Phantom Glide
Bukovansky will work closely with Phantom sales managers Pete Leazott and Doug Sheehy, who joined earlier this year, according to a news release.