Eastman Outdoors, the outdoor equipment provider, named Rob Eastman as chairman and chief executive Officer and Erik Eastman as vice president. As chairman and CEO, Eastman is responsible for leading the company and building the value of Eastman Outdoors, Carbon Express and Gorilla Gear brands.
Recognizing the successes Rob Eastman has achieved as president of Eastman Outdoors for more than 10 years, the company's board expanded his title to chairman and CEO to reflect the depth and breadth of his ongoing corporate responsibilities.
Rob Eastman has a Bachelor of Arts from Ohio Wesleyan University, a Master of Business Administration in Management from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business and an Owner/President Management degree from Harvard Business School.
In another vote of confidence for the direction the company is taking, the board of directors appointed Erik Eastman as VP of Eastman Outdoors where he will be responsible for managing revenue growth through oversight of the sales organization and trade marketing initiatives. Prior to returning to Eastman Outdoors, Eastman was VP merchandising at Beacon & Bridge Markets where he spearheaded the branding, sales and merchandising efforts for 25 convenience stores. Erik was awarded a BA from Ohio Wesleyan University.
Eastman Outdoors is a privately-held company with globally-recognized brands and offices in Flushing, Michigan, Chicago, Illinois and Shanghai, China.
