Author Bio

Eric Artz

Eric Artz is REI's president and CEO. When he's not at the co-op he can most often be found with his family traveling the trails of the Cascade Mountain range.

Stories by Eric Artz...

Eric Artz: REI Retail Stores to Temporarily Close Amid COVID-19

Eric Artz//March 15, 2020

Editor’s note on March 24, 2020: This letter was originally published on March 15. After a great deal of careful consideration, we have decided to maintain ... Read More...

A mom and her son enter the Seattle REI Co-op location

Eric Artz: Actions We Are Taking Around the Coronavirus

Eric Artz//March 8, 2020

Editor’s note on March 15: After a great deal of careful consideration, we are temporarily closing our retail stores nationwide. Learn more about that decision ... Read More...

REI CEO Eric Artz: We Must Opt to Act

Eric Artz//October 22, 2019

Dear co-op member, Like many of you, I have a lot on my mind this year as we head into the holiday season. As I look forward to 2020 and beyond, I find mysel... Read More...

Eric Artz: It’s Time to Take Action on Climate Change

Eric Artz//September 16, 2019

Editor's note: On Monday, September 16, REI Co-op CEO and President Eric Artz sent the following letter to employees. Dear REI employees, Right now, 300 c... Read More...