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Mary Beth Laughton REI

REI Co-op Returning to Its Values, Says CEO Mary Beth Laughton

After apologizing for REI's political endorsement this spring, Laughton shared more of her plans for the embattled retailer…

News June 2, 2025
Mary Beth Laughton REI CEO

REI CEO Addresses Co-op’s Challenges and Opportunities at Annual Meeting; Members Reject Board Picks

Tariffs, public lands threats, labor disputes, and ongoing financial challenges are just some of the issues Laughton addressed…

News May 8, 2025
REI CFO Shannon Damen

REI Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

New REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton continues to build her own management team.

News May 7, 2025
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Outdoor Brands Grapple with Speaking Out About Public Lands

The Conservation Alliance’s Brands for Public Lands Group, consisting of more than 60 brands, retailers, and other stakeholders…

News April 21, 2025
Kristin Shane of REI

REI Names Kristin Shane New Head of Merchandising

Shane previously worked at The Guitar Center, PetSmart, and Target among other companies.

News March 31, 2025
REI Tennessee Distribution Center

REI Enters Sale-Leaseback Agreement for Four Distribution Centers

New York-based real estate investment firm Madison Capital acquired the properties, which include both buildings and land.

News February 24, 2025
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REI CEO Eric Artz to Retire; Nike Exec Named CEO

Mary Beth Laughton, a former REI board director, will join as president on February 3 before assuming full…

News January 22, 2025
athleta REI

Athleta Expands REI Co-op Partnership

Athleta joins a growing trend of vertical retailers developing a wholesale strategy to expand their brand reach.

News September 9, 2021
AthletaWell Spaces

Athleta Launches AthletaWell

Brand launches long-term partnership with obé Fitness, including exclusive fitness content for AthletaWell members.

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