Free Country
Beau Chamalé has extensive work experience spanning several industries and roles. Beau is currently employed at Free Country as the Sr VP of Operations since June 2022. Prior to this, they worked at The Northwest Company for over 20 years as the VP of Operations & Logistics, starting in April 2001 and ending in June 2022.
Before joining The Northwest Company, Beau worked at Marchon Eyewear, starting in 1997 and ending in 2001, where they held a role in International Operations. From 1993 to 1998, they worked at NASBA/AICPA as a State Administrator. Additionally, they had a role in International Business & Marketing at L'Oréal/Artec Division from 1996 to 1997.
Earlier in their career, Beau worked at Calvin Klein as the AVP Global Expansion from 1994 to 1996, and at the United Nations in Peacekeeping Operations from 1991 to 1994.
Beau Chamalé earned a Master's degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2019. Before that, they attended the AICPA, although the specific degree and field of study are unknown. In 1994-1995, Beau enrolled at New York University, but the degree and field of study remain unspecified. Beau pursued International Business at the University at Buffalo from 1989 to 1993. Additionally, they attended Hofstra University from 1987 to 1989, although the degree and field of study are not mentioned.
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Free Country
Since 1990, Free Country has manufactured casual outerwear and active wear inspired by a modern, active lifestyle and has emerged as a power in the apparel industry with a look and spirit that stands on its own. We take a different approach to outerwear by creating compelling designs through a fusion of active performance and fashion. The driving force behind Free Country’s success began with its founder, Ira Schwartz, who found inspiration in his own active lifestyle of outdoor sports and especially skiing. From the beginning, Ira had a vision “to market and merchandise a lifestyle which reflects the philosophy of doing one’s own thing – creating authentic outerwear with a not-too-serious attitude, that people will have fun wearing.” The result was a collection of men’s outerwear and activewear constructed from active, high performance fabrics with rugged charm, smart styling and classic authenticity. When Ira’s wife, Jody, joined the company in 1994, the inspiration for a ladies collection became clear. The strong consumer reaction proved that our niche in developing high quality, high performance fabrics was just as relevant for the lifestyle needs of today’s modern active women. Headquartered in New York City since 1990, Free Country Ltd. produces authentic recreational outerwear, activewear and swimwear for men, women and children. Free Country can be found in a variety of retailers throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. 4 Bryant Park at 1071 Avenue of the Americas 9th FL New York, NY 10018