Charles Haeuptle

Charles Haeuptle is a seasoned sales and business development professional with extensive experience in the footwear and outdoor industries. Currently serving as the Sr. Strategic Channel Manager at BIRKENSTOCK, Charles focuses on Sporting Goods, Athletic Specialty, and Outdoor channels. Previous roles include Director of Strategic Footwear Sales & Business Development at Aetrex, Inc., where Charles led sales strategies with national retailers, and VP of Sales at Velous Footwear. Charles’ career also includes significant positions at Columbia Sportswear Company, where contributions as Strategic Footwear Sales Manager and Digital Wholesale Manager enhanced brand equity and digital presence. Additional experience includes a National Account Executive role at DC Shoes, generating substantial revenue growth, and a successful tenure at Nike, where Charles managed key accounts and achieved notable sales growth. Charles holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Cleveland State University.