Michael Wallenfels

Michael Wallenfels has a diverse work experience in the outdoor and active lifestyle industry. Michael is currently a Senior Vice President of Sales at Helen of Troy, leading the specialty channel sales team for the USA and Canada. Michael works with various specialty retailers such as Dick's Sporting Goods, REI, Nordstrom, and Whole Foods Market.

Prior to that, Wallenfels was the Vice President of Global Sales at Hydro Flask, responsible for growing the brand and sales in all USA and International markets. Michael also served as an Investor at Cascade Angels and was the CEO and Board Member of Timbuk2, a San Francisco-based company specializing in packs and accessories for the bike, outdoor, and travel industries.

Additionally, Wallenfels has experience as the President and Co-Founder of Mountain Hardwear, where they provided strategic leadership and managed operations for the brand. Michael also held the role of National Sales Manager at Sierra Designs early in their career.

Wallenfels founded Outdoor Pursuits Consulting, where they applied their industry experience to help other businesses succeed. Michael has expertise in team organization, direct retail, e-commerce, wholesale sales, marketing, and multiple product categories.

Michael is now an Advocacy and Advisory Board Member at Oregon State University, Center for Recreation Economy.

Michael Wallenfels attended San Diego State University from 1983 to 1987, where they studied Management. Michael did not complete a specific degree program.