Press Release:
Smith Optics Appoints New Endurance Promotions Manager
KETCHUM, Idaho (August 13, 2013) – Smith Optics announced today the appointment of Mallory Burda as the new Endurance Promotions Manager. In her new role, effective immediately, Burda will oversee the growth of eyewear and accessories among the cycling, triathlon and running divisions for the brand.
An avid road cyclist and mountain biker, Burda brings a passion for the outdoors to her new position at Smith along with her industry experience working with retailers, athletes and consumers. She spent the past four years as the USA Sports Marketing Specialist at Specialized Bicycles, providing her keen insight into endurance sports, athletes, media, events, and key players in those markets. Her experience managing successful endurance sports marketing programs is complemented by her strong work ethic and personable disposition.
Burda will be based out of the Smith headquarters in Ketchum, directly report to Senior Promotions Manager Gabe Schroder.
“We are excited to welcome Mallory to the marketing team here at Smith Optics. Her relationships and previous experience working in the cycling and triathlon industries complement her ability to get things done. With Smith’s continued focus on producing the best performance eyewear, we expect this program to soar to new heights under Mallory’s leadership,” commented Schroder.
Burda shares her enthusiasm for growing the brand in stating; “I am extremely excited to join the Smith team in Idaho. When I first chatted with the team at Smith I could really feel and see their commitment to growing eyewear and have several exciting things planned for the future. Smith has some incredible athletes standing behind the products within road cycling, triathlon, running, and many more looking to get on board. I am looking forward to making Smith a brand of choice in these areas for athletes in every genre. There are a lot of exciting things on the way, which makes it a great time to join the brand.”
ABOUT SMITH
Based in Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith Optics, Inc. was founded in 1965 with the creation of the first goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. Today, Smith is known for its diverse line of sunglasses, snow and motorsports goggles, snow helmets, premium protective eyewear and ophthalmic eyewear. Smith’s devotion to excellence, innovation, performance and style has made Smith the choice of action-sport athletes worldwide. Smith products are sold in more than 50 countries through sporting goods and specialty stores. For more information, check out smithoptics.com.
