SGB Update Outdoor

Outdoor Trade Groups Announce Collaborative Effort on Climate Change Solutions

On Wednesday, at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), Snowsports Industries America (SIA) and the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) announced the formation of the Outdoor Business Climate Partnership, an alliance that will provide leadership on advocacy and inspire meaningful action on climate change across the outdoor business sector.

Primus and Brunton Hire Marketing Manager

Primus and Brunton, both Fenix Outdoor brands, announced the hire of experienced active lifestyle marketer Rebecca Day as marketing manager. She previously worked for Topo Designs and Thule.

Black Diamond Partners With Whisper Ridge Backcountry Resort

Black Diamond Equipment, a global innovator in climbing, skiing and mountain sports equipment, is named as the exclusive brand partner by Whisper Ridge powder tours in Utah, the largest single-destination heli and cat skiing operation in the world.

Leatherman Launches Ambassador Program

Leatherman Tool Group Inc. announced the launch of its first-ever ambassador program featuring “a collective of passionate storytellers, each embodying Tim Leatherman’s spirit of unwavering perseverance and commitment to hard work.”

Apex Ski Boots Seeks Strategic/Financial Partner For Global Expansion

Apex Ski Boots, designer, maker and distributor of the two-piece ski and snowboard boot, is evaluating interest from strategic and financial partners to expand its distribution capabilities as well as utilize the Apex design and IP assets in a broader range of products.

Trust Performance Hires Rob Aguero As Global Sales Manager

Trust Performance, a  leader in multi-link front suspension design, announced that Rob Aguero has joined its rapidly growing team as global sales manager. Previously, Aguero served as manager of sales and business development with Mountain Racing Products and US Brand Manager with Lightweight Cycling Products.

Industry Veterans Launch RANGR Creative to Support Brands at Independent Retail

Focused on building brand awareness and driving sales at specialty retail, outdoor industry veterans launch a new category of marketing agency, RANGR Creative. With over 40 years of combined experience in the industry working for brands and retailers in sales and marketing leadership positions, Wes Allen, Matt DeWitte and Megan Baumeister have a unique blend of skills and knowledge. RANGR is committed to working with brands to build localized seasonal marketing campaigns at premium independent retailers. 

Mammut To Open Sales & Marketing Office In Denver

Swiss outdoors brand Mammut on Friday announced a new regional sales and marketing office in Denver, CO. After assessing customer and consumer needs in North America, the brand is excited to branch closer to many key accounts as well as consumers utilizing life-saving avalanche gear.

Bass Pro Appoints Mike McDermott As New President

Bass Pro Shops said Michael P. McDermott, a former executive at the Lowe’s home-improvement chain, will replace Jim Hagale as president. McDermott will guide the next phase of the integration of Bass Pro and Cabela’s and accelerate the outdoor retailer’s omni-channel efforts.