Canada-based Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) named Peter Hlynsky will move into the role of Chief Executive Officer. He will assume the duties of Eric Claus, who was instrumental in steering the iconic Canadian retailer through its transition from co-op to company, as well as through the industry disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hlynsky has been with the company since November 2020, and as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer during that time, he played a major part in the transition of reinforcing MEC’s focus on people, product, sustainability and community while re-organizing the business to thrive in a modern retail environment.
As he assumes his new role, Hlynsky will continue to uphold and focus on the brand’s core values as a people-first business. Driving growth through innovation with MEC’s in-house label products, investing in strong digital experiences for members, sustainably expanding its retail footprint and building strong community through sustainability and environmental stewardship programs.
With an extensive background as an executive leader across various industries, he brings a broad range of experience to the role, with a focus on balancing financial stability while managing culture to ensure long-term business success.
Claus will remain on the MEC board in an advisory capacity.
