PrimaLoft, Inc. announced that it appointed Chris Gallo as senior vice president of product strategy and Andrea Paulson as senior vice president of innovation and technology. Gallo worked most recently at Nobull while Paulson was at Saucony.
The textile producer reported in a media release that the hires follow its strategic vision, which is focused on product innovation and reducing its environmental footprint.
With a track record working for brands including Nobull, New Balance, Adidas, and Reebok, Gallo brings a deep expertise in apparel, outerwear, footwear, and accessories. Most recently he was VP of product at Nobull and general manager, global team sports and promo sports for New Balance.
“Chris’ background in both the footwear and apparel industry brings a fresh perspective to our product strategy, as we continue to redefine what’s possible in outdoor apparel and insulation technology,” said PrimaLoft President and CEO Anne Cavassa. “Chris has that intangible knack for spotting future market needs and translating them to relevant products that enthusiasts and athletes love. These skills, coupled with his gift of building powerful partnerships, are invaluable as we work to elevate our product, build our brand equity, and cement our market leadership in high performance, sustainable insulation.”
Paulson was most recently VP of product engineering & human performance at Saucony. While at Saucony, Paulson spearheaded material development and innovation, led the Human Performance Lab, and helped shape the future of technical footwear.
“Andrea brings a unique blend of technical expertise and visionary product leadership to PrimaLoft,” said Cavassa. “Her deep understanding of material innovation and her passion for sustainability are exactly what we need to continue driving forward. Andrea sees the potential in every material and understands how to turn innovative ideas into impactful solutions. We’re excited to unleash her experience developing cutting-edge technologies with PrimaLoft.”
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