Former Vans VP Laura Stauth Heads to Salomon as Senior VP of Sales
Stauth, along with recently appointed vice presidents Aaron Sullivan and LeeAnn Fallon, will spearhead Salomon's next phase of…
News March 9, 2026
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REI Names Former Foot Locker Exec Kim Waldmann as Chief Commercial Officer
Waldmann, Foot Locker's former global chief customer officer, will oversee REI's stores, e-commerce and operations.
News March 4, 2026
REI Chief Merchant Kristin Shane on AI and Peak 28
Shane, who joined REI in March 2025, discusses how the retailer is rolling out AI across its workforce,…
News March 2, 2026
Rhythm Announces Key Sales Leadership Changes
One of the hottest brands in the surf market has named new sales leaders to chart the next…
News February 26, 2026
Tom Ruiz to Exit Seager This Week
The well-known industry sales leader and general manager is departing Seager, the up-and-coming Western surf brand. He shares…
News February 25, 2026
Surf Expo Names Abraham Paskowitz Senior Buyer Relations Manager
Paskowitz brings decades of industry experience and deep-rooted connections across the surf and skate retail landscape.
News February 23, 2026
REI Co-op Adds Board Members and Shares Union Talk Update
REI members elected former Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario and National Park Service Director Chuck Sams to the board.
News February 18, 2026
Revolutionizing Outdoor Retailer: How OR Is Evolving to Meet the Needs of Exhibitors and Retailers
OR Marketing Manager Joe Wilkinson shares details about the new Wild Reach content creator initiative and the show’s…
News February 17, 2026
Surf Expo Taps Matt Yates for New Sponsorship and Sales Role
The new role is designed to expand opportunities for show exhibitors and other companies across the coastal lifestyle,…
News February 13, 2026
Arc’teryx Bolsters Executive Team With Fashion Appointments
Former Tommy Hilfiger executive Avery Baker joins as the North Vancouver-based company's first chief brand officer, and Tobia…
News January 27, 2026
Salomon Appoints Heikki Salonen as Creative Director Amid Brand Evolution
“I used to be a hiker in the fashion world, now I’m a fashion guy in the hiking…
News January 21, 2026
