Bill Hartlieb

Bill Hartlieb has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Bill has worked as a Global Product Director at 509, where they designed, developed, and commercialized products for snow sports and off-road industries. Bill was also responsible for exploring new emerging markets and managing long-term product plans and financial planning. Prior to this, Bill worked as a Global Product Line Manager, overseeing the product line management of snow sports and off-road categories at 509. Bill managed SKU details, sourced and developed products, and integrated them with Netsuite.

Before joining 509, Bill served as Vice President of Product Development at Signature Products Group, where they designed, developed, and commercialized products for the auto, hunting and shooting, and mass markets.

Earlier in their career, Bill held various roles at companies such as Kuhl Clothing Company, Backcountry.com, headwaterdesigns, REI, Leatherman Tool Group, Outdoor Research, Boeing, and McDonnel Douglas Aircraft Company. These roles involved responsibilities such as brand development, product design and development, sourcing, quality control, and engineering.

Overall, Bill Hartlieb has extensive experience in product development, brand management, and sourcing across different industries.

Bill Hartlieb attended Saint Louis University from 1987 to 1990, where they pursued a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. After completing their undergraduate studies, in 1991, Bill participated in Boeing Leadership Training until 1994. During this time, they focused on developing their skills in leadership and team management.