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Jessica Klodnicki

Jessica Klodnicki is Chief Executive Officer of Gathr Outdoors and a recognized leader in the consumer products and sporting goods industries.

Jessica previously served as CEO of KT Tape, where she led the company through a successful sale, and as Chief Marketing Officer at Skullcandy, where she was recognized by Forbes on its top CMO and Entrepreneurial CMO lists for her innovative and culture-driving marketing initiatives. Earlier in her career, Jessica served as EVP and General Manager for a portfolio of cycling helmet and accessory brands at Bell Helmets, played a key role in the sale of the business from Fenway Partners to Vista Outdoor and then led Vista’s newly formed Outdoor Recreation division, overseeing brands including CamelBak, Camp Chef, and Jimmy Styks. Jessica began her career in the sporting goods industry as Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing at Mizuno USA, and held leadership roles in product and marketing at Newell Brands across multiple divisions.

Jessica earned a BA in Communications from the University of West Florida and an MBA from Emory University-Goizueta Business School

Jessica has as a long history of nonprofit board service, including serving on the boards of the IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association), Protect Our Winters, PeopleForBikes, Camber Outdoors, and Girls on the Run Atlanta.