Highlander Podcast

To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and founder at Landed Footwear, Doug Hintze.

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To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and current Associate Footwear Designer at Xero Shoes, Ciera Schelling.

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

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To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and current Product Developer at Rocky Mountain ATV, Eric McBride.

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

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To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with OPDD alum and current Apparel & Trim Designer at Outdoor Research, Jacob Johnson.

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To celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, we are sharing conversations with alumni, faculty, and industry! Enjoy this conversation with former Director of the Office of Outdoor Recreation for the State of Utah and current President / CEO of Petzl America, Tom Adams!

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Frank Clark talks about his career as a graphic designer, including designing the Patagonia and Gregory logos!

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Lee Turlington talks about the early days of TNF, early collaborations with Apple on apparel, and other stops at iconic brands like FILA, Nike, and more!

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Michael Hofler - Creative Director and the designer behind the iconic Arc’teryx logo - talks about his process, the creation of the logo, and the battle between retaining a classic logo versus reimagining it.

Behance: https://www.behance.net/HOFLER?locale=en_US

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoflerdesign/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, Chase Anderson gives a recap of the ORA's recent trip to Tokyo, their collaboration with Beams, and the future of the archive globally.

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Doug Hintze, OPDD alum, footwear designer, and founder of Landed Footwear, speaks to students about his time in the program as well as professional and entrepreneurial journey.

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Jess Arnold, a designer and developer at SPG talks to OPDD students about her role as a developer, the career path, and how the role interacts and differs from others on the product team.

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Joanna Black, Senior Archivist at the Sierra Club, shares about their work and the archive at the 2025 Outdoor History Summit.

Joanna Black Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-m-b-a4880730/

Sierra Club Archives: https://www.sierraclub.org/library

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Patrick McColgan, corporate archivist and historian for Abercrombie & Fitch, shares about his work and the corporate collection at the 2025 Outdoor History Summit.

Patrick McColgan Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mccolgan-2389083a/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccpaddy/?hl=en

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A panel of category/product managers joins the OPDD program for a discussion about their roles, qualities of good product managers, and their pathways into the industry.

Julie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebrophyrogers/

Rosie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosiemansfield/

Justin McGregor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-mcgregor-b3837054/

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Nancy Zastudil, an independent curator, editor, and writer, and one of our 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, presents her research and findings from her time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit.

Nancy Zastudil Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-zastudil-68933891/

Website: https://www.thenecessarian.com/#/

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Martin Hogue, Associate Professor at Cornell, author of Making Camp, and one of our 2024 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows presents his research and findings from his time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit.

Martin Hogue: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-hogue-05986363/

Making Camp: https://martinhogue.net/Making-Camp

Better Food for our Fighting Men by Matthieu Nicol: https://rvb-books.com/products/matthieu-nicol-better-food-for-our-fighting-men

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Erin Narloch, Senior Director at History Factory, speaks as our Outdoor History Summit 2025 Keynote speaker on the importance of archives, how archives and heritage can be used by brands, and the Heritage Gap report.

Heritage Gap Report: https://www.historyfactory.com/insights/report/the-heritage-gap-report/

Erin Narloch on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-narloch-past-forward/

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Clint Pumphrey provides a State of the Archives report at our 2025 Outdoor History Summit. Learn about how the archive grew in 2024 and other projects that we’ve been working on.

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Bill Simon, former executive of The North Face, Converse, Cole Haas, Marmot, and more talks about his start in the outdoor industry making technical garments in Taiwan in the late 70s, the shift to a global outdoor supply chain over the course of his career.

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Matthieu Nicol, author of Fashion Army, talks about his work as a visual researcher, the influence of military clothing on fashion, and the value of archive and collecting.Learn more about the book: https://www.amazon.com/Fashion-Army-Matthieu-Nicol/dp/1915743575

Matthieu Nicol: https://www.instagram.com/matthieu_nicol/

Vintage Food Photography: https://www.instagram.com/vintage_food_photography/

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Henry Iddon and Max Leonard, authors of Mountain Style: British Outdoor Clothing 1953-2000, join the History of Gear to talk about their book, the influence of UK-based outdoor brands, and what makes British outdoor clothing special.

Learn more about the book: https://www.isolapress.com/shop/mountain-style

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Bob Howe, the tent designer behind iconic tents from Early Winters, Sierra Designs, and The North Face, talks about his career in the outdoor industry.

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As a special episode for Halloween, we are sharing a previous episode of the History of Gear. Jack Gilbert and others founded Mountain Hardwear on Halloween in 1993. Enjoy this conversation with Jack!

Jack Gilbert, former Vice President at The North Face and President of Sierra Designs and founder of Mountain Hardwear, joins the podcast to talk the history of gear.

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Todd Arenson, founder of Tsunami, talks about the Utah outdoor products industry and the rise of fleece!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-arenson-052609a/

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Keith Byrne, Senior Manager - Global Brand Education at The North Face talks to students about corporate culture as well as aligning personal and brand values.

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Nancy Grimes, founder of Banana Equipment, talks about starting the company, being a woman in leadership in the outdoor industry, and introducing some of the first Gore-Tex products to the market.

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Charles Ross, a Lecturer at the Royal College of Art in London, talks to OPDD students about sustainability, performance apparel, and reducing consumption.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-ross-1464714/

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Randy Merrell, founder of Merrell and the Merrell Foot Lab, talks about his ties to Utah State University, custom boot making, and the founding of Merrell.

https://merrellfootlab.com/

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Ron Smith, founder of American Outdoor Products, talks about the history of backpacking food, buying Dri-Lite and turning it into what is now Backpacker’s Pantry, and 75 years of outdoor food.

https://backpackerspantry.com/

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Robert Jungmann, founder of Manastash and Jungmaven, talks natural fibers, founding brands, and the early days of hemp clothing in Seattle, Washington.

Robert Jungmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jungmaven/

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Alumni from the OPDD program, Natalie Cullum, Connor Young, and Jacob Johnson, return to the program to share their experiences and answer questions from current students who are preparing to enter the workforce.

Natalie Cullum: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-cullum-b07509126/

Connor Young: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-faux-young/

Jacob Johnson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-johnson-927545206/

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Carmela Montenegro, a DEI consultant with experience working with brands like REI, spoke with students about company culture, values, and how to determine whether a brand aligns with your goals as a potential employee.

Carmela Montenegro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmela-montenegro/

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Damon Morris, VP Outdoor at Elevate Outdoor Collective, talks about his journey into the sports / outdoor industry, the dynamics of working on a product team, and shaking up the ski industry.

Damon Morris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonmorris/

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Paige Koch, designer at Primo Golf Apparel and freelance designer, talks about her journey as a freelancer and shares tips and tricks for those looking designers looking to do the same.

Paige Koch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigekoch/

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Steve Brings, founder of WAVE Products, talks about the outdoor industry in Utah in the 70s / 80s, and the origins of his company, which started by making local ski patrol bags for hauling explosives when triggering avalanches.

Wave Products: https://waveproducts.com/

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Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor of History at the University of Colorado Denver and one of our 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, returns to the podcast to talk about her new book, Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America.

https://rachel-gross.com/my-book/

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Greg Thomsen, founder of Wilderness Experience and the force behind the creation of Nike ACG and Adidas Outdoor (US), shares his experience as an executive in the outdoor industry and talks to students about the qualities of great product teams.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregthomsen/

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Diane Bristol, VP of Culture & Community at Revelyst, talks to students about how to connect their personal values to those of a brand, and how to identify positive or negative company culture during the job search.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-bristol-95a15910/

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Andrea Kelly, founder and CEO of Make Plus Equal, talks with students about her experience as a product manager and merchandiser, working for companies like Columbia Sportswear and Nike.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-c-kelly/

https://makeplusequal.com/

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Mark Paigen, founder and inventor of Chaco, talks about the whitewater boom of the 90s and its influence on sport sandals, the creation of Gecko, which would become Chaco, and his newest venture, Tread Labs.

https://treadlabs.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpaigen/

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Chelsea Morley, Product Designer and Developer at Little Unicorn, and OPDD alum, talks to students about the role of a developer and other lessons from working on a product team. 

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Jim Berryhill joins the History of Gear Series to talk about the creation of the first ever catalog from The North Face in 1966. While only working in the outdoor industry for a few short months, Jim reflects on his time with the company and a lifetime of outdoor adventures.

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Jack Gilbert, former Vice President at The North Face and President of Sierra Designs and founder of Mountain Hardwear, joins the podcast to talk the history of gear.

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John Mead, President of Adventure 16, joins the History of Gear and talks about the early days of the retailer, their contributions to backpack and tent innovation, and the legacy of the brand to this day.

https://adventure16.com/

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Ryan Taylor, Product Line Manager at Cotopaxi, speaks to students about how to be a great team member, the role of a PLM, and good / bad company culture.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryantaylor95/

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Will Dunn, Historian & Impact Communications Program Manager at REI and Sarah Stephens, Apparel Design Lead at the Co-Op, speak at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about the process of building the REI archives, getting buy-in within the organization, and the impact that history and heritage is having on the brand moving forward.

Connect with Will and Sarah!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-c-dunn/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlstephens/

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Avery Trufelman, the creator of Articles Of Interest, and one of the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, talks at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about her research in the archive and some upcoming projects she’s excited about.

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Katie Hargrave, Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Meredith Laura Lynn, Assistant Professor at Florida State University, talk at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about their experience in the archive this summer as 2023 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows and the tent research and art they are creating.

Connect with Katie and Meredith!

https://www.instagram.com/katie_hargrave_/

https://www.instagram.com/meredithlauralynn/

https://www.katiehargrave.com/

https://www.meredithlauralynn.com/

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Yoji Kaneda, Director of Lifestyle Footwear/Apparel & New Concepts at Danner, talks at the 2023 Outdoor History Summit about building the Danner archive and shares tips and tricks for how to build out a collection at a brand.

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https://www.instagram.com/yoji_kaneda/

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Martin Hogue, Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Landscape Architecture at Cornell University and the author of Making Camp: A Brief History of the Tent, spoke at our recent Outdoor History Summit 2023 about the history and impact of tents and shelters.

Learn more about Martin and check out Making Camp!

https://martinhogue.net/

https://www.amazon.com/Making-Camp-Campings-Essential-Activities/dp/179722252X

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Clint Pumphrey, Manuscript Curator and one of the minds behind the Outdoor Recreation Archive at Utah State University, gives a report on the state of the archive for 2023 at this year’s Outdoor History Summit.

Follow the archive on Instagram and check on the collection on our website!

https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/

https://libguides.usu.edu/outdoorrecreationarchive

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Martin Keen, the founder of KEEN, talks about the origins of the company, the development of the Newport Sandal which would revolutionize water shoes, and footwear as tools for your feet.

Martin Keen Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinkeen/

Email:

martin_keen@me.com

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Britt Olsen, General Manager for the Americas region at On Running, talks to students about how she builds high-performing teams and what she looks for in great candidates.

Britt Olsen Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/britt-olsen-67b6319/

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Michael Levy, the owner and editor of the legendary climbing publication, Summit Journal, talks about the rebirth of the publication and the impact of the Journal on climbing going back to 1955.

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Kevin Myette, Director of Global Brand Services at BlueSign, talks to students about the intricacies of the supply network, the responsibility of brands for creating a more sustainable system, and the opportunity for students to take on these challenges.

Kevin Myette

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmyette/

BlueSign

https://www.bluesign.com/en

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Dr. Rachel Gross, an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado-Denver== and one of our Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, talks about her most recent research which focuses on the relationship between big box stores, outdoor brands, and outdoor consumers over the decades.

Dr. Rachel Gross

https://rachel-gross.com/

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Stine Danielle, an artist and one of our Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, gives an update on her project and shares more about how archival imagery influences her latest work.

Stine Danielle

https://stinedanielle.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stine__danielle/

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Jenna Celmer, the Co-Founder, Chief Community Officer, and President of Basecamp talks to students about red and green flags when applying for jobs in the outdoor industry and shares powerful tips for finding a fulfilling career.

Jenna Celmer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennafrombasecamp/

Basecamp

https://www.wearetheoutdoorindustry.com/

Basecamp Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/outdoorindustryjobs/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with David Mydans, a legendary tent designer who got his start as an artist making product at Chouinard Equipment to becoming REI's first in-house product designer.

David Mydans

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirtbagg/

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Nicole Bassett and Maura Dilley, the sustainability leaders behind Cascade Circular, talk with students about circular design, systems thinking, and challenge students to take on the critical design challenges we face.

https://www.cascadecircular.com/

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Elizabeth Goodspeed, a designer and the Casual Archivist joins the History of Gear to talk about how she incorporates archives into her process, archives as ingredients, and how designers can find better inspiration.

Check out the Casual Archivist newsletter, follow Elizabeth on social, and take a look at the list of archives she’s compiled.

http://elizabethgoodspeed.com/newsletter

https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth_goodspeed/

https://twitter.com/domesticetch

https://www.are.na/elizabeth-goodspeed/

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Charles Ross, a Performance Apparel Specialist and Lecturer at the Royal College of Art, talks to students about the challenges designers face in creating a more sustainable world and their opportunity to create real impact beyond the apparel industry.

Connect with Charles:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-ross-1464714/

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Bruce Johnson tells the story of UCO, a company known for developing the candle lantern, ice cream makers, and a variety of other outdoor products and their influence on iconic companies like Jansport and K2.

Get the book Fire and Icecream: https://www.ucogear.com/candle-lanterns/fire-and-ice-cream-fire--and--ice--cream?returnurl=%2fcandle-lanterns%2f

Learn more about UCO at https://www.ucogear.com/#

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Dr. Julie Lamarra a faculty member in OPDD and Scott Betty, VP of Footwear and Gear at Salomon North America talk about their recent collaboration, challenging students to explore opportunities to integrate NASA materials and technologies into the Salomon line.

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Peter Yee, former VP of Industrial Design at Oakley, talks about his contributions to creating iconic products at the brand, including the Oakley “O” and his journey into the world of product design.

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-yee-9613ab4/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/peteryeedesign/

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Yoji Kaneda, Product Line Manager at Danner Boots, speaks to students about his day-to-day role as a PLM, key skills and traits required for success, and the behind-the-scenes dynamic between design, development, and product management.

Yoji Kaneda

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoji-kaneda-584679184/

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Dick Tracy, inventor and innovator, talks about his contributions to the outdoor industry including the invention of the plastic buckle in a world dominated by metal fasteners.

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Spencer Wyatt, Director of Concepts and Surface Design at Allbirds, speaks to OPDD students about his interest in color and materials and the influence of Ninja Turtles on his design career.

Spencer Wyatt Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-wyatt-84b8237/

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Rhonda Summer, Design Director for Men’s and Women’s Outerwear & Outdoor at Under Armour  and Katherine Connolly, a Graphic Designer at Under Armour, talk about the influence of archives on the design process and the power archival collections can have to influence future work.

Rhonda Summer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondasummer/

Katherine Connolly

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-connolly/

Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram

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Katie Hargrave and Meredith Laura Lynn, educators and artists, shared how archives and a recent visit to USU Special Collections influenced some recent projects and art installations that explore the intersection of the outdoors and artistic expression.

Katie Hargrave

Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

https://instagram.com/katie_hargrave_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://www.katiehargrave.com/

Meredith Laura Lynn

Assistant Professor at Florida State University

https://instagram.com/meredithlauralynn?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

http://www.meredithlauralynn.com/

Clare Pavelka, Brand Archivist for Red Wing and Vasque, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about her role and the creation and growth of the archive.

Clare Pavelka

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-pavelka-50b0578/

Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship

https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180

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Catherine Acosta, Brand Archivist for Vans, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about why history matters and the creation and growth of the Vans archive.

Catherine Acosta

https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-acosta-2778b2109/

https://www.instagram.com/bourgeoisspirituality/

Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship

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Darren Ritten, Brand Archivist for Arc’teryx, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about the origins of the corporate archive as well as the opportunities and challenges of building an archive from the ground up.

Darren Ritten

https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-r-642aa92a/

https://instagram.com/mgssince1989?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship

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Stine Danielle, an artist who specializes in centering the voices of people of color in outdoor spaces speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and her research as a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow.

Stine Danielle

https://stinedanielle.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stine__danielle/

Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship

https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180

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Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado-Denver speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and research on the history of big box and specialty retail in the outdoor industry. Dr. Gross was a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow.

Dr. Rachel Gross

https://rachel-gross.com/

Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship

https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180

Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram

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Climbing legend Conrad Anker speaks at the Outdoor Recreation Archive Kamp Kit Exhibit opening at Utah State University. Anker talks about the history of the outdoor industry, the evolution of gear, and the challenges of a changing climate for product designers.

Conrad Anker Website

https://www.conradanker.com/

MEDIA:

Utah State Today

https://www.usu.edu/today/story/renowned-climber-conrad-anker-talks-mountaineering-product-design-climate-change

Utah Statesman

https://usustatesman.com/guest-column-special-collections-opdd-help-students-meet-their-heroes/

Herald Journal

https://www.hjnews.com/news/local/rock-climbing-legend-conrad-anker-visits-utah-state-university/article_bd458fdc-2b2b-11ed-a7bc-d314600...

Robert Thomas, Senior Director - USA for Arc’teryx, talks with students about the qualities of a great product line manager and PLMs as the hub of the product creation process.

Robert Thomas | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberthomas/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, two Marmot alums, Laura Miera, the VP of Technical Product Development and Randy Verniers, VP of International Sales talk about the early days of the company, the transition from domestic to international production, and the evolution of brands that go through multiple acquisitions.

Laura Miera Collection at Utah State University:

https://archiveswest.orbiscascade.org/ark:80444/xv347236

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Sarah Al-Hussein, a product developer at Sanuk talks with first year product students at USU about their role as part of the product triad and the specific tasks of a developer in bringing footwear to market.

Sarah Al-Hussein

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-al-hussein-20485789/

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Dan Madden, founder of Madden Equipment, and Mike Valvano, former President at Madden join the History of Gear to talk about how Madden stood out from other early pack companies and the rise, acquisition, sunsetting, and revival of the brand today.

Madden Equipment

https://www.maddenequipment.com/

Dan Madden

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmadden/

Mike Valvano

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-valvano-7480906/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Bob Anderson, Founder and Editor of Runner’s World. We talk about how he started the magazine, the evolution and massive growth of the sport, and how introduced millions of people to running.

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Jack Kirkham, owner of Springbar Tents, joins the History of Gear Series to talk about the oldest tentmaker in Utah, his father’s passion for making great product, and how they’ve continued to make heritage USA made tents.

Learn more about Springbar Tents at their website:

https://springbar.com/

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The Outdoor History Summit brings together historians, corporate archivists, brands, and enthusiasts to talk about the history and impact of the outdoor industry. 

RSVP and check out the full-lineup in the link below!

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On this episode, Dominque showers, VP of ReBird, the circularity program at Arc’teryx, talks with students about upcycling, circularity, and what the company is doing to address sustainability issues in the past while building a roadmap to the future.

Dominique Showers LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquemorisset/

ReBird

https://arcteryx.com/us/en/explore/rebird/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, the Hine brothers, Ted and Greg talk about the founding of Hine Snowbridge, their time working in the pack business, the growth of bike packing, and the shift form domestic to international pack production.

For a more comprehensive history of Hine Snowbridge, visit: http://tedhine.com/

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On this episode Jaimus Tailor, founder and creative director of Greater Goods talks to students about his pathway into the world of product design and the upside as well as limitations of upcycling.

Greater Goods

https://www.instagram.com/greater.goods/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, Catherine Acosta, Product Archivist and Brand Historian at Vans talks about material culture, the blending of consumer products and art, and the challenges and opportunities of building a corporate archive from the ground up.

Catherine Acosta

https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-acosta-2778b2109/

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On this episode, Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at On Running talks with students about their individual power and responsibility to create more inclusive products, experiences, and teams as future leaders in the outdoor industry.

Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahrakabolinejad/

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On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Beirne Chisolm, co-founder of The Band. We talk about how he and his brother Greg broke into the accessories business with their watchband, the early Utah outdoor industry, and his motivations for continuing to work in this industry.

Beirne Chisolm

https://www.linkedin.com/in/beirne-chisolm-2407a5111/

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On this episode, Ami Vo, at the time of recording, a Senior Recruiter at Deckers Brands, now at Nike, talks with students about the dos and don’ts of applying for positions in product creation and peels back the curtain on the hiring process.

Ami Vo LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amivo/

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Allan Pietrasanta, owner and operator behind Buttermilk Mountain Works joins the History of Gear to talk about the influence of Bishop, CA on the company, the shift from outdoor gear to soft goods for the tech industry, and other memories from the outdoor industry.

Allan Pietrasanta

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allan-pietrasanta-28593496/

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Julia Feldman, Product Coordinator and Sustainability Leader at Teva, talks to students about how to integrate sustainability into the design process and how she stays motivated in the fight for sustainability.

Julia Feldman LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliarose97/

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Jeff Knight, joins the History of Gear to talk about the company he co-founded, Granite Gear, making a better portage pack, how the region influences the product, and the art of packmaking

Jeff Knight / LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-knight-79ba089b/

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Annie Agle, Senior Director of Impact / Sustainability at Cotopaxi talks with OPDD students about the the challenges designers face when balancing performance and sustainability, why Cotopaxi focuses on using remnant fabrics, and the opportunities to build a more sustainable supply chain.

Annie Agle / LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-agle-46b81825/

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Clare Pavelka, Corporate Archivist for Red Wing Shoe Company / Vasque joins the History of Gear to talk about the origins of the Vasque archive, the intersection of brand and state / regional history, and her journey from stamp collector to brand archivist.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-pavelka-50b0578/

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Drew Eakins, North American Marketing Manager for Hestra Gloves talks about how students can break into the industry, his role and many hats as a marketing manager, and his pathway into the outdoor industry.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-eakins-82566b9/

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Dawn Thao-Yang, Director of Global Product Design at Carhartt talks with OPDD students about her transition from fast fashion to creating durable, heritage product and the day to day of design leadership.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-thao-yang-97bb33a/

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Dr. Julie Lamarra (USU) and Kris Romig (NASA Commercialization), talk about their recent partnership challenging Design Thinking students to utilize NASA materials to change the outdoor industry.

https://technology.nasa.gov/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-lamarra-ph-d-5b2b4a183/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kromig/

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Carly Lansche, Cache Trails Planner for Cache County gives an update on all things trails for 2021 and some things to look forward to in 2022.

https://www.cachecounty.org/trails/

https://www.instagram.com/trailscache/?hl=en

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Dr. Rachel Gross, professor of history and gear historian, shares her insights on the history of the outdoor industry from the buckskin era to modern day. Dr. Gross brings a unique perspective looking at the outdoor industry within the larger context of historic events.

Read more of Dr. Gross’s work on her website:

https://rachel-gross.com/

You can also find Dr. Gross on Twitter.

https://twitter.com/rachelsgross

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