Rhonda Summer, Design Director for Men’s and Women’s Outerwear & Outdoor at Under Armour and Katherine Connolly, a Graphic Designer at Under Armour, talk about the influence of archives on the design process and the power archival collections can have to influence future work. Rhonda Summer https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondasummer/ Katherine Connolly https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-connolly/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch t...
Dec 27, 2022•20 min•Ep. 179
Katie Hargrave and Meredith Laura Lynn, educators and artists, shared how archives and a recent visit to USU Special Collections influenced some recent projects and art installations that explore the intersection of the outdoors and artistic expression. Katie Hargrave Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga https://instagram.com/katie_hargrave_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://www.katiehargrave.com/ Meredith Laura Lynn Assistant Professor at Florida State University https://...
Dec 19, 2022•23 min•Ep. 178
Clare Pavelka, Brand Archivist for Red Wing and Vasque, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about her role and the creation and growth of the archive. Clare Pavelka https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-pavelka-50b0578/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on th...
Dec 12, 2022•17 min•Ep. 177
Catherine Acosta, Brand Archivist for Vans, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about why history matters and the creation and growth of the Vans archive. Catherine Acosta https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-acosta-2778b2109/ https://www.instagram.com/bourgeoisspirituality/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorrecarchive/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTub...
Dec 05, 2022•29 min•Ep. 176
Darren Ritten, Brand Archivist for Arc’teryx, speaks at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about the origins of the corporate archive as well as the opportunities and challenges of building an archive from the ground up. Darren Ritten https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-r-642aa92a/ https://instagram.com/mgssince1989?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdoorre...
Nov 27, 2022•22 min•Ep. 175
Stine Danielle, an artist who specializes in centering the voices of people of color in outdoor spaces speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and her research as a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow. Stine Danielle https://stinedanielle.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stine__danielle/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/outdo...
Nov 17, 2022•22 min•Ep. 174
Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado-Denver speaks at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and research on the history of big box and specialty retail in the outdoor industry. Dr. Gross was a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow. Dr. Rachel Gross https://rachel-gross.com/ Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellowship https://libguides.usu.edu/c.php?g=1082619&p=8616180 Outdoor Recreation Archive Instagram https://www.instagram....
Oct 20, 2022•25 min•Ep. 173
Climbing legend Conrad Anker speaks at the Outdoor Recreation Archive Kamp Kit Exhibit opening at Utah State University. Anker talks about the history of the outdoor industry, the evolution of gear, and the challenges of a changing climate for product designers. Conrad Anker Website https://www.conradanker.com/ MEDIA: Utah State Today https://www.usu.edu/today/story/renowned-climber-conrad-anker-talks-mountaineering-product-design-climate-change Utah Statesman https://usustatesman.com/guest-colu...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 172
Robert Thomas, Senior Director - USA for Arc’teryx, talks with students about the qualities of a great product line manager and PLMs as the hub of the product creation process. Robert Thomas | LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberthomas/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State Univ...
Oct 03, 2022•47 min•Ep. 171
On this episode of the History of Gear, two Marmot alums, Laura Miera, the VP of Technical Product Development and Randy Verniers, VP of International Sales talk about the early days of the company, the transition from domestic to international production, and the evolution of brands that go through multiple acquisitions. Laura Miera Collection at Utah State University: https://archiveswest.orbiscascade.org/ark:80444/xv347236 Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 170
Sarah Al-Hussein, a product developer at Sanuk talks with first year product students at USU about their role as part of the product triad and the specific tasks of a developer in bringing footwear to market. Sarah Al-Hussein https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-al-hussein-20485789/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & ...
Aug 15, 2022•48 min•Ep. 169
Dan Madden, founder of Madden Equipment, and Mike Valvano, former President at Madden join the History of Gear to talk about how Madden stood out from other early pack companies and the rise, acquisition, sunsetting, and revival of the brand today. Madden Equipment https://www.maddenequipment.com/ Dan Madden https://www.linkedin.com/in/danmadden/ Mike Valvano https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-valvano-7480906/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversatio...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 168
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Bob Anderson, Founder and Editor of Runner’s World. We talk about how he started the magazine, the evolution and massive growth of the sport, and how introduced millions of people to running. Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State Un...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 167
Jack Kirkham, owner of Springbar Tents, joins the History of Gear Series to talk about the oldest tentmaker in Utah, his father’s passion for making great product, and how they’ve continued to make heritage USA made tents. Learn more about Springbar Tents at their website: https://springbar.com/ For more conversations with outdoor movers and shakers, subscribe wherever you get podcasts including on Spotify , iTunes , Podbean , or each Sunday at 4 pm (MT) on Aggie Radio, 92.3 FM in beautiful Cach...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 166
The Outdoor History Summit brings together historians, corporate archivists, brands, and enthusiasts to talk about the history and impact of the outdoor industry. RSVP and check out the full-lineup in the link below! https://usu-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h3u7BxSfSKODasIu1WwU7w Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design &am...
Jul 19, 2022•10 min•Ep. 165
On this episode, Dominque showers, VP of ReBird, the circularity program at Arc’teryx, talks with students about upcycling, circularity, and what the company is doing to address sustainability issues in the past while building a roadmap to the future. Dominique Showers LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiquemorisset/ ReBird https://arcteryx.com/us/en/explore/rebird/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https:...
Jul 18, 2022•51 min•Ep. 164
On this episode of the History of Gear, the Hine brothers, Ted and Greg talk about the founding of Hine Snowbridge, their time working in the pack business, the growth of bike packing, and the shift form domestic to international pack production. For a more comprehensive history of Hine Snowbridge, visit: http://tedhine.com/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is ...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 163
On this episode Jaimus Tailor, founder and creative director of Greater Goods talks to students about his pathway into the world of product design and the upside as well as limitations of upcycling. Greater Goods https://www.instagram.com/greater.goods/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah...
Jun 13, 2022•51 min•Ep. 162
On this episode of the History of Gear, Catherine Acosta, Product Archivist and Brand Historian at Vans talks about material culture, the blending of consumer products and art, and the challenges and opportunities of building a corporate archive from the ground up. Catherine Acosta https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-acosta-2778b2109/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander...
Jun 06, 2022•53 min•Ep. 161
On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Beirne Chisolm, co-founder of The Band. We talk about how he and his brother Greg broke into the accessories business with their watchband, the early Utah outdoor industry, and his motivations for continuing to work in this industry. Beirne Chisolm https://www.linkedin.com/in/beirne-chisolm-2407a5111/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podca...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 159
On this episode, Ami Vo, at the time of recording, a Senior Recruiter at Deckers Brands, now at Nike, talks with students about the dos and don’ts of applying for positions in product creation and peels back the curtain on the hiring process. Ami Vo LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amivo/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product ...
Apr 25, 2022•53 min•Ep. 158
Allan Pietrasanta, owner and operator behind Buttermilk Mountain Works joins the History of Gear to talk about the influence of Bishop, CA on the company, the shift from outdoor gear to soft goods for the tech industry, and other memories from the outdoor industry. Allan Pietrasanta https://www.linkedin.com/in/allan-pietrasanta-28593496/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlande...
Apr 18, 2022•49 min•Ep. 157
Julia Feldman, Product Coordinator and Sustainability Leader at Teva, talks to students about how to integrate sustainability into the design process and how she stays motivated in the fight for sustainability. Julia Feldman LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliarose97/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Develo...
Apr 12, 2022•50 min•Ep. 156
Jeff Knight, joins the History of Gear to talk about the company he co-founded, Granite Gear, making a better portage pack, how the region influences the product, and the art of packmaking Jeff Knight / LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-knight-79ba089b/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program...
Mar 28, 2022•40 min•Ep. 155
Annie Agle, Senior Director of Impact / Sustainability at Cotopaxi talks with OPDD students about the the challenges designers face when balancing performance and sustainability, why Cotopaxi focuses on using remnant fabrics, and the opportunities to build a more sustainable supply chain. Annie Agle / LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-agle-46b81825/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/...
Mar 21, 2022•50 min•Ep. 154
Clare Pavelka, Corporate Archivist for Red Wing Shoe Company / Vasque joins the History of Gear to talk about the origins of the Vasque archive, the intersection of brand and state / regional history, and her journey from stamp collector to brand archivist. https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-pavelka-50b0578/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the O...
Mar 17, 2022•58 min•Ep. 153
Drew Eakins, North American Marketing Manager for Hestra Gloves talks about how students can break into the industry, his role and many hats as a marketing manager, and his pathway into the outdoor industry. https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-eakins-82566b9/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at U...
Feb 28, 2022•56 min•Ep. 152
Dawn Thao-Yang, Director of Global Product Design at Carhartt talks with OPDD students about her transition from fast fashion to creating durable, heritage product and the day to day of design leadership. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-thao-yang-97bb33a/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at U...
Jan 31, 2022•49 min•Ep. 151
Dr. Julie Lamarra (USU) and Kris Romig (NASA Commercialization), talk about their recent partnership challenging Design Thinking students to utilize NASA materials to change the outdoor industry. https://technology.nasa.gov/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-lamarra-ph-d-5b2b4a183/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kromig/ Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsore...
Jan 24, 2022•48 min•Ep. 150
Carly Lansche, Cache Trails Planner for Cache County gives an update on all things trails for 2021 and some things to look forward to in 2022. https://www.cachecounty.org/trails/ https://www.instagram.com/trailscache/?hl=en Watch these conversations on YouTube! https://bit.ly/33SVb2O Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast. https://opdd.usu.edu/podcast The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year...
Jan 03, 2022•40 min•Ep. 149
