Sporting Goods & Outdoor Industry Recruiters — USA Search
Specialist sporting goods and outdoor industry recruiters in the USA
Nigel Wright Group is a recreational goods executive search firm, providing expert support to companies across the USA. As one of the leading consumer sector executive recruiters, we specialize in helping outdoor recreation and sporting goods industry businesses secure executive talent for key senior-level positions. Clients trust our deep sector knowledge, extensive networks, and track record of successful placements when building their leadership teams.
We recruit qualified candidates for C-suite roles such as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, along with executive-level positions in Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Human Resources, IT, and Finance. Our outdoor sports executive recruiters also assist clients with strategic talent mapping, succession planning, and employer branding to support long-term business success.
To discuss your hiring needs and learn more about our services as an outdoor sports executive search firm, contact us directly or use the chat feature below to speak with a member of our recruitment team. Prospective job seekers interested in outdoor industry career opportunities are encouraged to share their CVs and stay connected via social media and our job board.
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Our track record as sporting goods and outdoor industry recruiters in the USA and Europe
As a trusted sporting goods and outdoor recruitment partner, we are proud to represent businesses of all sizes in the outdoor and recreational goods sectors. Our client portfolio includes start-ups, SMEs, multinational corporations, and private equity-backed firms operating in areas such as running, climbing, snow sports, cycling, canoe & kayak, camping, adventure travel, urban outdoor, and hunting & fishing.
Outdoor, sports and recreational goods executive recruitment case studies
Pentland Brands partnered with Nigel Wright Group to recruit a Vice President International for Speedo, tasked with modernizing the brand’s go-to-market strategy and accelerating global growth. We secured an accomplished leader with a proven track record in brand building and business transformation. Their impact helped Speedo achieve record-breaking sales and profitability while improving operational performance across key international markets. Following their success, the candidate was eventually promoted to President of the UK, EMEA, and Americas for Pentland Brands.
Pure Fishing partnered with Nigel Wright Group to hire a Commercial Director to lead sales and drive growth. We successfully placed an accomplished leader with expertise in international sales, team management, and business development. The new hire is now responsible for building and executing a strategic sales plan, developing high-performing teams, and working closely with internal functions to deliver revenue and margin targets. This appointment has strengthened Pure Fishing’s ability to expand its market presence and achieve long-term commercial success.
Wahoo Fitness partnered with Nigel Wright Group to recruit a General Manager EMEA, a key role in strengthening its regional sales, marketing, and retail partnerships. The successful candidate brought extensive leadership experience from Barnes & Noble, Kodak, and Coca-Cola, with a strong track record in consumer electronics and FMCG markets. Since joining, they have expanded e-commerce operations, optimised direct-to-consumer strategies, and built strong international retail relationships, driving growth and market penetration across EMEA.
Searching for an outdoor industry or sporting goods recruitment firm in the USA?
If you need the services of an outdoor industry headhunter or sporting goods executive search firm, please reach out to us at the email address provided below. A member of our team will respond within the same working day and connect you with one of our outdoor sports headhunters.
Sporting Goods Executive Recruiters | USA Contact Details
Nigel Wright Group is a top-tier recreational goods recruitment firm and Europe’s number one consumer industry executive recruiter. We help USA and European-based companies expand in domestic and international markets.
United States Office
Telephone: (929) 564-5988
Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com
Address: 353 Lexington Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite 400, New York, NY, US 10016