David Baker, founder of Summit Hut Ltd., has sold the landmark Tucson outdoor retailer to long-time key employee and SGB 40 Under 40 honoree Dana Davis.  Baker will  stay on as an employee to guide Davis through the transition over the next 18 months.


Together, they will ensure the business continues to deliver to customers, the staff, and the vendor community the outstanding products, service, partnerships, business prowess, and culture the outdoor community has grown to know the Summit Hut for over 42 years.

Baker started the Summit Hut in Tucson, AZ as a teenager and has grown the business through two brick-and-mortar retail spaces and a prominent web presence in specialty outdoor.  He has been instrumental in the Tucson climbing and hiking community since his youth and looks to continue his influence in the outdoor space as well as spend much deserved time with his wife Irene and new grandson Silas. 


Baker has been committed to the Summit Hut for the past 42 years and relied on Davis to run many aspects of the business over the past several years.  He will continue to work with Davis into the future to impress upon the vendor and public communities the viability of the transition.

Dana Davis came to the Summit Hut in early-1998 and has been instrumental in growing the business.  Dana has held the title of general manager of the operation since 2006 and has previously held the titles of store manager, product buyer, operations manager, and director of retail sales.  For the past five years, Dana has taken the leadership role in the day-to-day operations for strategic planning and implementation of the Summit Hut values and direction. 


Dana has been instrumental in implementing the Summit Hut conservation efforts with its Community Outreach programs to include the 100 Days of Service volunteer program and Environmental Values program through recycling as well as many others.  Dana was also recently recognized with the prestigious SGB 40 Under 40 award in 2010 for her contributions to the outdoor industry and recognition as a strong leader in the market.

The Summit Hut was established in 1969.