Patrick Clark
General Store Manager, Vail Resorts Retail · EPIC MOUNTAIN GEAR
Westford, MA
In My Own Words
With over a decade of experience in the outdoor retail and adventure recreation industries, I am motivated to strengthen a multitude of teams in both small business growth and within the corporate environment. I currently have a growing career in store and workforce management, b2b/b2c sales and logistics, event organization, product development and grassroots business progression . The outdoor community inspires me to be a better person, and the art of the sale keeps me passionate and motivated. My degree in Recreation, Parks and Tourism, accompanied by the years of experience managing company logistics, personnel, sales, customer service and events makes me a true Swiss army knife in an industry with boundless possibility.
Work Experience
General Manager
EPIC MOUNTAIN GEAR2019 – 2023
Successfully led a complex outdoor retail operation to substantial year-over-year sales growth exceeding $m/yr. ● Oversaw partner doors in the region to achieve operational excellence, sales goals, and labor budgets. ● Demonstrated success in talent development and career growth. ● Team leader, motivator and mentor, to foster growth & knowledge. ● Dedication to the common goal of the business, while managing operational duties such as payroll, sales goals, inventory, visual merchandising, promotions. ● Strategic partnerships and industry professional relationship building. ● Strong networking skills and a large network of outdoor industry professionals. ● High level knowledge in both bb and bc retail sales and an established career in the outdoor industry.
Logistics Manager
ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNDERGROUND2016 – 2018
Customer Service & Warranty Manager, Product Development, Events Coordinator ● Learned the ins and outs of growing a grassroots company into an established and well respected brand in the outdoor industry. Found out what it takes: ○ Passion, vision alignment, work ethic, dedication, accountability, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, flexibility ● Implemented and executed a successful business model that is scaling rapidly. ● Part of a small innovative and passionate R&D team, designing fresh new ski shapes, bomber backcountry packs, daypacks, travel bags and mountain bike accessories. ● Developed Standard Operating Procedures for retail business operations. ● Deep understanding of the inner workings and logistics of the outdoor retail industry. ● Worked directly with Int'l manufacturers, warehouse/shipping managers, C-Level Retail execs, CRM and POS managers, retailers/dealer level managers, e-commerce providers, sales reps, strategic partners etc. ● Managed all logistics for company wide inventory, overseeing all inbound and outbound shipments at the B2b and B2c level. ● Successfully planned and executed various outdoor events, focusing on brand promotion, sales growth, partnership building, and supporting nonprofits.
Owner CEO
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY2010 – 2014
Morgantown WV. Aug 2010 - Dec 2014 Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design B.S.R. Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Resources
SUMMIT 360 EVENT MEDIA Founded July 2023 Owner, CEO ● Company founder, sole owner and operator. ● Summit County's only locally operated Photo Booth Rental Services ● Event based business offering attendees with interactive and unique experience for private and public outings. ● Business website: Summit 360