Rick Fowler

Rick Fowler has extensive experience in the outdoor apparel and equipment industry, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at Youngone Corporation since November 1999, focusing on product and materials innovation, technical marketing, quality assurance, and productivity engineering. Prior to this role, Fowler was the Director of Quality Assurance at The North Face from March 1996 to December 1999, overseeing QA, technical design, and warranty analysis, as well as liaising with design and R&D teams. Fowler's career began at Eddie Bauer, where a progression from Sales and Inventory Systems Management to Director of QA spanned over two decades, emphasizing technical advancement and consumer value. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington, complemented by earlier education at several institutions with a strong emphasis on sciences and humanities.