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Running raises the heart rate, lifts spirits and provides an outlet during pandemic

SEATTLE – Dust off the shoes, put on the hydration vest, charge up the smart device and go. Whether someone is just getting back into running or has been a road warrior for years, the REI Co-op team is here to support every step of the way. REI's physical stores may be closed, but the co-op's…

Apr 28, 2020

DNR Recreation Sites and Public Lands to Reopen May 5

To educate the public about the importance of continued social distancing, DNR and REI Co-op are partnering on the #RecreateResponsibly social media campaign, which will educate visitors about how to stay safe and healthy.

Apr 27, 2020

Recreate responsibly sticker featuring tree illustrations

Statement: REI Co-op applauds Gov. Inslee’s move to reopen public lands, urges citizens to “recreate responsibly”

At REI Co-op, we know that time in nature is essential to our health and well-being, and that social isolation and lack of physical and outdoor experiences can have negative mental, emotional and physical impacts. That’s why we applaud the leadership of Gov. Inslee in beginning to reopen Washington…

Apr 27, 2020

REI Co-op publishes 2019 full-year financial results

SEATTLE – Today, Seattle-based REI Co-op reported a record $3.12 billion in 2019 sales and more than 8% growth in both its digital and in-store offerings. In addition, brick and mortar continues to play a significant role in REI’s growth. In 2019, REI saw 3.5% comparable growth in store traffic and…

Apr 27, 2020

REI Co-op ranks on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for 23rd consecutive year

SEATTLE – REI Co-op is again recognized as a top employer, ranking 60 on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list. REI has been included on the list every year since the annual list debuted in 1998. The honor celebrates the co-op’s nearly 14,000 employees that work every day to connect REI…

Feb 18, 2020

REI Co-op to open new store in Boca Raton, Florida in fall 2020

REI Co-op will open a new store in Boca Raton, Florida in fall 2020, bringing a wide assortment of quality outdoor gear, experiences and expertise for the region’s most popular outdoor activities. The new 23,000-square-foot store will be located at the Uptown Boca lifestyle center, at the southwest…

Jan 16, 2020

REI speaks out on proposed exemption for roadless rule in the Tongass National Forest

With the opportunity for public comment on changes to the Roadless Area Conservation Rule proposed by the Trump administration coming to an end, REI Co-op submitted a strongly worded letter endorsing Alternative #1 (no action) on the proposed changes.

Dec 17, 2019

REI Co-op welcomes new vice president of e-commerce, gear, and apparel

REI Co-op has hired Michelle Cutter as its new vice president of e-commerce, gear, and apparel. Cutter is the first to serve in the co-op’s newly created role and will work across departments to grow revenue, solve customer problems, and support the REI brand.

Dec 12, 2019

REI Co-op to open new store in Gainesville, Florida in spring 2020

REI Co-op is opening a new store in Gainesville, Florida in spring 2020, bringing Floridians a wide assortment of quality gear, experiences and expertise for the region’s most popular outdoor activities. The new 23,000-square-foot store will be located at the Butler Town Center at 3650 Southwest…

Nov 26, 2019

REI Co-op promotes two new executives to senior leadership team

REI Co-op announced today the promotion of two team members to new leadership positions: Chris Putur to executive vice president of technology and operations and Kate Wendt to vice president of strategy.

Nov 25, 2019