Garrett Close

Garrett Close is the Global Digital Design Director at HOKA, leading innovative design initiatives that connect brand, product, and audience. With over a decade of experience, they previously served as the Global Creative Director at Stance, overseeing a comprehensive brand overhaul that drove revenue growth. Garrett has held various roles across notable companies, including Design Director at Stink Studios and Art Director at Kamp Grizzly, where they managed multidisciplinary teams on high-profile campaigns for clients like Nike, Google, and Apple. They co-founded Cult Classic Magazine and earned a Bachelor of Science in Advertising Management, Marketing, and Graphic Design from Portland State University.