Gary Wilder

Gary Wilder has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. Gary is currently the Chief Financial Officer at Griot's Garage since June 2021. Before that, they worked at Outdoor Research from 2014 to 2021, starting as a Financial Planning & Analysis/Treasury Manager and progressing to the role of Vice President Finance, Treasurer, and Secretary. At Outdoor Research, they managed finance and accounting functions, established departmental goals, and implemented best practices.

Prior to Outdoor Research, Gary had various roles, including serving as a Contract Financial Services/Interim Accounting Manager/Business System Analyst at Outdoor Research from 2010 to 2013. Gary also worked as an independent contractor providing finance and accounting consulting services from 2001 to 2010.

Earlier in their career, Gary worked as a Budget Manager at SourceCode Technology Holdings, Inc from 2007 to 2009. Gary was also the Regional Chief Financial Officer at Evergreen Pharmaceutical, Inc. and the Director of Finance for North American Sales at Intermec Technologies.

Gary's earlier positions include being the Corporate Controller at Silicon Gaming, Inc., Senior Financial Analyst at Network Peripherals, Inc., and Accounting Manager at Servio Corporation.

Overall, Gary Wilder has demonstrated expertise in finance and accounting, with experience in leadership roles and a track record of successfully managing financial operations and implementing effective financial strategies.

Gary Wilder completed a Project Management Certificate Program at the University of Washington in the years 2004 to 2005. Gary then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Finance and Marketing from Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business from 1992 to 1994. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from the University of California, Davis from 1982 to 1986. Gary also holds an inactive CPA certification from the AICPA.