REI Co-op debuts new stylish lifestyle collection celebrating its heritageDesigns inspired by co-founders and places integral to the co-op’s historyOct 16, 2018
REI Co-op continues commitment to sustainability by hosting 11 used gear swaps across the country on Oct. 27As part of its 80-year commitment to sustainability, REI Co-op is hosting used gear swaps in 11 stores across the country on Oct. 27. REI members are invited to bring their gently used items to swap with other people who love the outdoors. Last year, REI hosted used gear swaps in six locations, and…Oct 10, 2018
REI Co-op announces two new roles: chief customer officer and chief digital officerTo connect more people to life outdoors, REI Co-op has appointed its first chief customer officer and first chief digital officer. Both roles are focused on enhancing the experience of the co-op’s members and customers no matter how people first encounter REI.Sep 26, 2018
REI Co-op celebrates National Public Lands Day with over 75 stewardship events across the countryREI Co-op is celebrating National Public Lands Day with over 75 events across the country to steward and raise awareness for public lands. From repairing local trails to beautifying parks to community celebrations, REI is inviting members of all ages and abilities to join in the effort.Sep 20, 2018
REI Co-op opens new store in Vernon Hills, Illinois on Sept. 28, invests additional $20,000 in local nonprofitOutdoor co-op REI will be officially open for business in Vernon Hills, Illinois on September 28 in the Mellody Farm shopping center at 901 North Milwaukee Avenue. The new store will support the growing outdoor community in the greater Chicago area by offering the best gear and expertise for the…Sep 18, 2018
REI Co-op’s first Alabama store will open in Huntsville in fall 2019REI Co-op is opening its first location in the state of Alabama, bringing a wide assortment of quality gear and expertise for the region’s most popular outdoor activities to Huntsville in fall 2019. The new 20,000 square foot store will be located in MidCity Huntsville, a new experiential, midtown…Sep 11, 2018
HBO® and REI set up camp to celebrate new comedy series CAMPING, starring Jennifer GarnerTo celebrate the release of HBO’s new, original comedy series CAMPING, starring Jennifer Garner, the premium network is partnering with specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op to launch a nationwide Instagram contest, #CampingHBOContest, and host advance screening parties at three REI flagship stores…Aug 27, 2018
REI Co-op extends used gear digital platform to get more people outsideREI.com/used is officially out of betaAug 22, 2018
REI Co-op welcomes new vice president in information technologyREI Co-op has hired IT veteran Dan Shull to serve as its first vice president of commerce and experiences. Shull will be responsible for the customer experience across all technology platforms, and will lead a team of more than 100 technology professionals.Aug 16, 2018
REI Co-op opens new store in Memphis on August 24, invests $20,000 in local outdoor communityOutdoor co-op REI will be officially open for business in Memphis at Ridgeway Trace on Aug. 24. The new 23,000 square-foot store will offer a wide assortment of quality outdoor gear, experiences and expertise, as well as a full-service bike shop.Aug 14, 2018
