Royal Robbins hired Scott Hamlin as its new Director of Product. Scott has more than 13 years of product and branding experience, working with international brands, including adidas and Jockey. As Royal Robbins’ Director of Product, Hamlin will be responsible for all product design, development and product marketing.

Prior to joining the Royal Robbins team, Hamlin was the Director of Product and Design at Jockey International in Kenosha, Wis. Hamlin also worked for adidas for nearly a decade, where he served as an international product line manager developing marketing strategies and responsible for the adidas equipment product line. He subsequently held positions as International Project Manager in research and innovations, Director of Marketing and Sales in adidas Argentina, and ultimately, President of adidas Brazil where he spearheaded the restructuring of the marketing, sales and product departments, resulting in a 67% increase in sales.

“We are please to welcome Scott to the Royal Robbins family. His strong product development background within the apparel industry will be a great asset to Royal Robbins as we chart the course of our future product,” said Bob Orlando, president of Royal Robbins. “Additionally, as a true outdoor enthusiast, Scott will be the perfect fit for Royal Robbins – he is an avid runner, surfer, rock climber, snowboarder, skier and kayaker.”