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Gary Eckert is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the sports industry. He has held various leadership positions, including Owner/President at Texoma Investment Properties, LLC, Southwestern Sports Sales, LLC, American Sporting Goods Corporation, The Rockport Company, Eckert and Associates, Inc., and Glasgow South, Inc. Gary Eckert holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Fairleigh-Dickinson University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. He is proficient in multiple languages, including English, and has a strong background in sales, marketing, and merchandising. Gary Eckert has a proven track record of success in managing national retail accounts, representing national brands, and developing strategic business plans. He has a strong understanding of the sports industry, including footwear, apparel, and sporting goods. Gary Eckert is a skilled professional with a strong educational background and a proven ability to drive business growth. With over 30 years of experience, Gary Eckert is a respected leader in the sports industry.

Experience

    • Owner/President
      • Sep 2017 - Present
      • Frisco, Texas

      Ownership of Highway 75 RV Park, Storage, RV Repair & Service, and real estate properties.

    • Owner/President
      • May 2012 - Apr 2019
      • Plano, Texas

      Manufacturers representative sales agency representing national brands in the footwear and accessory categories in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska.

  • American Sporting Goods Corporation
    • Brown Shoe Corporation - Athletic Group
    • National Accounts Manager
      • Mar 1995 - Apr 2012
      • Brown Shoe Corporation - Athletic Group

      Sales and marketing management of all national retail accounts in Texas, North Carolina, and Colorado (JC Penney, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Stage Stores, AAFES, Rack Room, Shoe Show, The Sports Authority)

  • The Rockport Company
    • Charlotte, North Carolina Area
    • National Accounts Manager
      • Jan 1992 - Mar 1995
      • Charlotte, North Carolina Area

      Sales and marketing management of national footwear retail accounts based in NC and SC (Rack Room, Shoe Show, Belk's).

  • Eckert and Associates, Inc.
    • Charlotte, North Carolina Area
    • Owner/President
      • Mar 1988 - Jan 1992
      • Charlotte, North Carolina Area

      Manufacturers representative sales agency representing national brands in the golf industry in NC and SC.

  • Glasgow South, Inc.
    • Charlotte, North Carolina Area
    • President
      • Apr 1985 - Jan 1988
      • Charlotte, North Carolina Area

      President of a chain of mall-based specialty sporting goods stores throughout the southeastern US.

Education

  • 1977 - 1978
    Fairleigh-Dickinson University
  • 1972 - 1976
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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