Several industry executives have taken on new roles in the industry of late.
Shane Wallace is the new Vice President of Sales at Dakine Equipment, the licensee for the Dakine brand. Previously, he worked at Fox Racing, Reyn Spooner and Reef. He is well known in the industry from his time at important core account Active Ride Shop, which his family owned.
Industry sales executive Michelle LeBlanc has moved to fast growing accessories company Rastaclat. Her new role is Director of Domestic Business Development. Previously, Michelle worked at Luli Fama, Paula Hermanny, Manhattan Beachwear, Volcom and Quiksilver.
Garrett Turk is the new Senior Director of Sales at Dickies for the work-inspired business in North America, which covers skateboarding, lifestyle and fashion. We know from our reporting that that piece of Dickies business is growing like crazy – actually all pieces of the Dickies business is growing like crazy. Previously, Garrett worked at electric motorbike company Super73, Dark Seas and Loser Machine, and Stance Socks.