Mystery Ranch has retained sales agencies in five territories across the US and Canada to represent the company’s Mountain division of backpacks, daypacks and everyday carry bags. After a ten-year hiatus from brick and mortar retail, Mystery Ranch introduced its new collection of Spring 16 Mountain packs in 50 North American specialty outdoor retailers in the first season.
“We are thrilled with how our packs have moved off retailers’ walls so quickly,” says Alex Kutches, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “We know it is important to maintain a high-level of service to support our retail partners who are making those sales happen, so we are excited to add these leading agencies to our team.”
Led by Jim Angeles, 24 Seven Sales will cover Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico. “Jim has strong dealer relationships across snowsports and outdoor, and we are happy to have his energy and experience as part of our team,” said Kutches. Angeles also reps Flylow Gear and can be reached at jim_angeles@comcast.net or 303-506-4669.
Founded by Jack MacPherson and based in Washington State, MacPherson will service Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Alaska. “I have known Jack for over 20 years as a peer rep in the Pacific Northwest region. His experience and credibility with the dealers is a welcome addition to the team,” said Kutches. The agency also reps Asolo and Blue Water Ropes. Contact is jack@macisland.net or 206-780-5516.
Ames Adventure Outfitters, led by Vanessa Block, will cover Illinois, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. AAO also reps Marmot, Skratch Labs, Nikwax, Altra and Julbo. “Vanessa and her team have a solid background in the region and I am really happy to have them as part of our team,” added Kutches. Contact is vanessa@goaao.com or 515-451-8015.
Led by Chip Parker, Eventum Sales represents Black Diamond, La Sportiva, Forsake, Locally Grown and Hydrapak throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Virginia and West Virginia. “Chip and his team have great backgrounds in retail as well as in the region,” said Kutches. Contact: chip@eventumsales.com or 404-396-6422.
And Jason Jennons of JJ Sales will represent Western Canada including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewwan, Yukon and Northwest Territories. “I am looking forward to having JJ represent the brand and getting a chance to work together again,” added Kutches. Contact: jjsales@shaw.ca or 778-808-4244.
