Gautham R. is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across major companies. Currently serving as Vice President General Manager for the Americas at Timberland since June 2024, Gautham previously held significant positions such as Executive Board Director - Treasurer at Pasado's Safe Haven and Divisional Vice President - Activity and Merchandising Strategy at REI, overseeing a $2B+ annual P&L. Prior roles include Senior Director of Global Corporate Strategy and Senior Director at Nike Converse Asia during pivotal growth phases, as well as strategic positions at Target and Google. Gautham's educational background includes a BS in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MS in Economics from Murray State University.