Will Manzer
Chairman Of The Board Of Directors at Hyperlite Mountain Gear- Claim this Profile
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Darren Bush
In a cynical world where a CEO is considered a crook until proven trustworthy, it's refreshing to work with someone like Will. Will is thoughtful, wise, and humble, at the same time exuding confidence and competence. His work at EMS is well-respected in the outdoor industry. It has been my pleasure to sit at his side in board meetings and see him bring cohesion to a group debate over contentious issues that face our industry. I have seen him sit across the table from politicians who are ten times more powerful and ten times less intelligent and not break a sweat in trying to explain a critical issue to someone who was clearly on a different planet at the time. I am proud to call him a mentor and a friend.
Glen McKibben
Will has a unique ability to inspire and lead teams and organizations. His energy permeated the entire EMS company while he was at the helm. It was a pleasure to work for him. Even though Will was extremely demanding, he clearly conveyed his vision and the company strategy that united and motivated the entire organization. A few of the other words that I would use to describe him are: visionary, dedicated, authentic and driven, he is a real leader that knows how to bring others along with him. Much of his contribution to Eastern Mountain Sports was well before I arrived but, Will’s passion for the company, the outdoor industry and the people that worked with him is an example to follow.
Darren Bush
In a cynical world where a CEO is considered a crook until proven trustworthy, it's refreshing to work with someone like Will. Will is thoughtful, wise, and humble, at the same time exuding confidence and competence. His work at EMS is well-respected in the outdoor industry. It has been my pleasure to sit at his side in board meetings and see him bring cohesion to a group debate over contentious issues that face our industry. I have seen him sit across the table from politicians who are ten times more powerful and ten times less intelligent and not break a sweat in trying to explain a critical issue to someone who was clearly on a different planet at the time. I am proud to call him a mentor and a friend.
Glen McKibben
Will has a unique ability to inspire and lead teams and organizations. His energy permeated the entire EMS company while he was at the helm. It was a pleasure to work for him. Even though Will was extremely demanding, he clearly conveyed his vision and the company strategy that united and motivated the entire organization. A few of the other words that I would use to describe him are: visionary, dedicated, authentic and driven, he is a real leader that knows how to bring others along with him. Much of his contribution to Eastern Mountain Sports was well before I arrived but, Will’s passion for the company, the outdoor industry and the people that worked with him is an example to follow.
Darren Bush
In a cynical world where a CEO is considered a crook until proven trustworthy, it's refreshing to work with someone like Will. Will is thoughtful, wise, and humble, at the same time exuding confidence and competence. His work at EMS is well-respected in the outdoor industry. It has been my pleasure to sit at his side in board meetings and see him bring cohesion to a group debate over contentious issues that face our industry. I have seen him sit across the table from politicians who are ten times more powerful and ten times less intelligent and not break a sweat in trying to explain a critical issue to someone who was clearly on a different planet at the time. I am proud to call him a mentor and a friend.
Glen McKibben
Will has a unique ability to inspire and lead teams and organizations. His energy permeated the entire EMS company while he was at the helm. It was a pleasure to work for him. Even though Will was extremely demanding, he clearly conveyed his vision and the company strategy that united and motivated the entire organization. A few of the other words that I would use to describe him are: visionary, dedicated, authentic and driven, he is a real leader that knows how to bring others along with him. Much of his contribution to Eastern Mountain Sports was well before I arrived but, Will’s passion for the company, the outdoor industry and the people that worked with him is an example to follow.
Darren Bush
In a cynical world where a CEO is considered a crook until proven trustworthy, it's refreshing to work with someone like Will. Will is thoughtful, wise, and humble, at the same time exuding confidence and competence. His work at EMS is well-respected in the outdoor industry. It has been my pleasure to sit at his side in board meetings and see him bring cohesion to a group debate over contentious issues that face our industry. I have seen him sit across the table from politicians who are ten times more powerful and ten times less intelligent and not break a sweat in trying to explain a critical issue to someone who was clearly on a different planet at the time. I am proud to call him a mentor and a friend.
Glen McKibben
Will has a unique ability to inspire and lead teams and organizations. His energy permeated the entire EMS company while he was at the helm. It was a pleasure to work for him. Even though Will was extremely demanding, he clearly conveyed his vision and the company strategy that united and motivated the entire organization. A few of the other words that I would use to describe him are: visionary, dedicated, authentic and driven, he is a real leader that knows how to bring others along with him. Much of his contribution to Eastern Mountain Sports was well before I arrived but, Will’s passion for the company, the outdoor industry and the people that worked with him is an example to follow.
Experience
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear
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United States
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Sporting Goods Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chairman Of The Board Of Directors
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Jan 2020 - Present
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Alps & Meters
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Of The Board Of Advisors
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Aug 2017 - Present
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Topo Athletic
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Sporting Goods
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Director Board Of Directors
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Aug 2017 - Present
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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700 & Above Employee
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Vice President and General Manager of Merchandising, Retail and Wholesale
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Apr 2016 - Jul 2017
Served as the chief executive for Merchandising, Retail, Wholesale and Licensing operations for The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Responsibility for the full enterprise P & L and Operating responsibilities including Design, Merchandising, Development, Operations, Finance, all selling channels and logistics. Transitioned from a Partner at Columbus Consulting to a senior executive for The Met overseeing all merchandising operations. Led a successful turn around effort of the full retail and wholesale operation from a significant Net Income loss in FY 2016 to Net Income gain for FY 2017. Put The Met retail enterprise back on a profitable track in less than 15 months. Re-organized all of merchandising, design, creative direction, all operations and finance. Completed the leadership succession plan on June 28th, 2017. Show less
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Columbus Consulting International
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner and Board Member
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Nov 2014 - Sep 2016
Signet Jewelers Designed and helped develop the Signet Synergy Execution Management Process (SSEMP), a calendar based execution management tool to enable the Transformation Leadership Team (TLT) to ensure the delivery of over 25 synergy value initiatives from the merger between Signet Jewelers and Zale Corporation. In coordination with Signet Management, led the Columbus Consulting Engagement project to deliver multiple integration work streams including: SSEMP, Discount Controls, Synergy Tracking. Provided executive guidance on key merchandising initiatives including Inventory Turn. Show less
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Mustang Survival
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Canada
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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100 - 200 Employee
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Interim General Manager / Chief Executive
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Feb 2014 - Jun 2014
Owned all P & L responsibilities Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Global Sourcing, Design, R&D and Product Development Owned all P & L responsibilities Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Global Sourcing, Design, R&D and Product Development
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Eastern Mountain Sports
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United States
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Retail
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200 - 300 Employee
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CEO
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Jul 2003 - Jan 2013
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President
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2000 - 2003
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Executive Vice President, Merch/Design and PD
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1996 - 2000
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VP of Marketing and Retail Development
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1995 - 1996
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Abercrombie & Fitch
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United States
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Merchandise Manager
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1994 - 1994
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Vice President, General Merchandising Manager
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1990 - 1994
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Divisional Merchandise Manager, Southwest Division, Men's Sportwear
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1985 - 1990
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May Department Stores
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Divisional Merchandise Manager, M'Oneil Division, Juniors Sportswear
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1983 - 1985
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County Seat Stores
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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Divisional Merchandise Manager, Juniors Sportswear
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1983 - 1983
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Daytons
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Australia
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Accounting
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Senior Buyer - Juniors
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1982 - 1983
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Education
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1972 - 1976
Arizona State University
BS, Political Science -
1966 - 1970
Scottsdale High School
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