Company News Articles | REI Newsroom

REI Co-op building state-of-the-art distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee that prioritizes the employee experience, environmental impact and community connections

National specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op today announced that it is building a distribution center in Lebanon, Tennessee to support its continued growth on the East Coast, and in the Midwest and South. Expected to open in fall 2023, the building and its operations will proactively address the…

Jan 12, 2022

REI Co-op expands its technology leadership team with new vice presidents of platform engineering and product engineering

REI Co-op announced today an expanded technology leadership team with the addition of two new vice presidents. The company hired Analyn Nouri as its vice president of platform engineering, and promoted 15-year employee Todd Wilson to vice president of product engineering.

Dec 27, 2021

REI Co-op to open store in Glenwood Springs, CO in summer 2022

Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a new store in Glenwood Springs, Colorado in summer 2022. The location will offer a wide assortment of apparel, gear and expertise for camping, cycling, running, fitness, hiking, snow sports, climbing and more. For those who adventure on two wheels, a…

Dec 16, 2021

REI Co-op announces new chief commercial officer; two senior leader promotions

REI Co-op announced today it has hired its first chief commercial officer and is promoting two executives to new leadership positions. Cameron Janes joins the co-op January 3, 2022 as senior vice president, chief commercial officer; and Kelley Hall and Vivienne Long have been promoted to executive…

Dec 1, 2021

#OptOutside: REI Co-op to match donations to the REI Cooperative Action Fund up to $1 million

REI Co-op will match donations from the general public to the

Nov 18, 2021

Woman standing in trees with her arms spread wide.

REI Co-op Celebrates Passage of Bipartisan Infrastructure Package

REI Co-op applauds the passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684). This legislation includes historic measures to combat the climate crisis, including investments in natural climate solutions (like reforestation efforts), ecological resiliency, active…

Nov 12, 2021

REI Co-op set to open first store in Maine; invests $20,000 in local community

REI Co-op is celebrating the opening of its first store in Maine, offering top-quality gear appropriate for the wide range of outdoor activities the area offers. Located within the Rock Row development in the Westbrook community, the 24,000 square-foot location will also feature a bike, ski, and…

Nov 4, 2021

REI Co-op set to open in Santa Cruz, California with three-day celebration

REI Co-op opens the doors of its new Santa Cruz store on Friday, November 12. To celebrate the grand opening, the co-op invites local members and the community to join a three-day celebration scheduled for November 12-14.

Nov 3, 2021

REI Co-op launches Path Ahead Ventures to invest in founders of color

REI Co-op today launched Path Ahead Ventures, a new initiative that will invest $30 million in 300 founders of color as they start and scale their businesses in the outdoor industry. Through Path Ahead Ventures, REI will leverage its network, capabilities and community to partner with Black…

Oct 28, 2021

Woman sitting on a rocky coast with her backpack at her side

REI Co-op set to open first store in Wyoming through Jackson Hole location; invests $20,000 in local community

REI Co-op is celebrating the opening of its new store in Powderhorn Mall, offering a wide assortment of top-quality outdoor gear and apparel for camping, hiking, snow sports, cycling, running, fitness and more. Located at 974 West Broadway, the store will also have a specialty bike, ski and…

Oct 25, 2021