Abode Outside has appointed Bill Chandler as its new director of sales. It also named Urban Outdoor Sales as its new sales agency of record for the Rocky Mountain region.
Abobe Outside, the maker of eco-friendly, unisex knitwear based in Minnesota, said the appointments “reinforce the brand’s commitment to servicing key specialty retailers across Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and New Mexico.”
“Abode Outside is a fresh, innovative brand with something real to say,” Chandler shared. “From a product standpoint and a cultural one, there’s a clear opportunity here to lead the knitwear conversation in Outdoor. I’m thrilled to work with Urban Outdoor Sales and our other partners to tell that story in stores across the country.”
Chandler, a veteran of the outdoor and specialty CPG industries, reportedly brings over 25 years of experience driving wholesale growth, building sales teams and strengthening brand visibility across North America and global markets. He has held senior sales leadership roles at Sea to Summit, Osprey Packs, Kathmandu Outdoor and Sherpa Adventure Gear, and currently leads Nomad Collaborations, a consulting firm focused on accelerating go-to-market success for outdoor and lifestyle brands.
“We’re thrilled to attract a seasoned sales leader like Bill Chandler to our team at Abode Outside,” said Founder Nate Baller. “Over the past few years, we’ve focused on building exceptional active knitwear products fueled by a powerful mission, and Bill’s experience and industry relationships will help bring our vision to more retail partners across the country. We started with a strong product development and supply chain foundation, and bringing someone with Bill’s reputation and expertise on board is a big step forward for us.”
Chandler will oversee all aspects of the brand’s wholesale strategy, focusing on expanding its U.S. footprint and “aligning with value-driven retailers who understand the growing appeal of sustainable, year-round knitwear.”
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