Rich Lowe

Auburn | US

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Business Development
Objection Handling (Sales)
Trade Show Exhibitor
Brand Development
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In my own words

— Rich

As the principal and founder of Gale Force Outfitters LLC, I lead a tight group that covers both the New England and Mid-Atlantic states.

Combined, our team has over 30 years of proven sales success, excelling within the outdoor, workwear, marine, and fishing industry. We represent various brands that offer high-quality products, such as clothing, belts, wallets, socks, tools, and fishing gear.

We are trusted advisors and a creative thinkers, who listens to our clients and partners. Then we analyze their needs and challenges, and implement solutions that makes retail better across our territory. We are experts in territory account management and development, and we have a strong track record of building and maintaining long-term relationships with the top retailers across several retail channels.

I am a recreational fisherman, skier, hiker, mountain biker, and storyteller, who enjoys sharing my passion and knowledge with others. I have an entrepreneurial skill set honed by a curated list of mentors, and a US Navy AirCrew veteran background that instilled precise communication, self starting discipline and teamwork. I have an associate's degree in business administration and management, and two certifications from LinkedIn that enhance my pitching and leadership skills. I am fluent in Microsoft Office, IOS and most sales platforms.

Trajectory

May 2019 — Now

Active Member · 360 Adventure Collective

Member - New England and Mid-Atlantic

Apr 2015 — Now

Regional Sales Representative · Grundéns

Apr 2015 — Now

Principal Rep and Founder · Gale Force Outfitters LLC

Founded this independent sales representation firm in 2015 covering 11 New England and Mid-Atlantic States. Initial line was Grundens and as we've multiplied that business, we have also expanded into a curated a group of premium brands. Added first full-time employee in 2022 to keep all office needs up to speed and to coordinate vendor details. We focus on dealer engagement and making sure Vendor info lands in the hands that need it as well as all preseason and asap marketing programs. We work our regional trade shows along side of our retailers and have had many successful weekends selling D2C. Proud to be a 10yo Veteran owned business.

Jan 2007 — Apr 2015

Northern New England Sales Manager, Sales Rep, · The North Face

OG Alpine Outfitters FannyPack Sales

Jan 2005 — Jan 2007

Ast. Store Manager · Eastern Mountain Sports

Jan 2004 — Jan 2005

Store Manager Woodstock and Rhinebeck Locations · Cabin Fever Outfitters

Jan 1998 — Jan 2004

Air Crew, Flight Reel Operator, E6-B Mercury · US Navy

AE2 Aviation Electrician Mate Second Class NAC Naval Aircrewman Flight Reel Operator E6-B Mercury TACMO VQ3 IRONMAN Aircrewman of the Quarter (x2) SERE School (Survive Evade Resist Escape) Helo Dunker was my jam.

Jan 1997 — Jan 1998

Camping Sales Associate · L.L.Bean

Jan 1996 — Jan 1997

Assistant Manager · Bike Works