Got Bag, known for its backpacks made of ocean plastic, appointed Jay Sheldon as head of sales & growth for its North America business.
Originally contacted to be a sales rep for the Southern California region, he consulted for the company for six months before being hired for the position of head of sales & growth, North America.
Sheldon brings 16 years of surf, snow, skate, and outdoor industry sales experience to the role. He has worked for brands including Globe, the Australian footwear, clothing, and skateboard hardgoods company, and most recently for HippyTree, a surf and outdoor apparel company.
“We are thrilled to have Jay join our team. His experience in the industry will help us tremendously in taking our brand to the next level. He is definitely the missing puzzle piece in our wholesale program and, on top of that, an awesome person to partner with.” said Matthias Paisdzior, head of North of America, Got Bag.
