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Cache Trails Update: Carly Lansche / Cache Trails Planner

January 3, 2022

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.instagram.com/trailscache/?hl=en

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/usuoutdoorproduct/

https://rachel-gross.com/

History of Gear Series: Dr. Rachel Gross / ”From Buckskin to Gore-Tex” | Highlander Podcast

December 20, 2021

Dr. Rachel Gross, professor of history and gear historian, shares her insights on the history of the outdoor industry from the buckskin era to modern day. Dr. Gross brings a unique perspective looking at the outdoor industry within the larger context of historic events.

Read more of Dr. Gross’s work on her website:

You can also find Dr. Gross on Twitter.

https://twitter.com/rachelsgross

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four-year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at https://opdd.usu.edu/

Leander Angerer, Founder of Racing Atelier | Highlander Podcast

December 13, 2021

Leander Angerer, Creative and Founder behind Racing Atelier, talks about blending synthetic and natural materials to create beautiful and functional handmade packs in Bavaria.

https://racing-atelier.com/

https://www.instagram.com/racingatelier/?hl=en

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonmorris/

Damon Morris, Senior Development Manager Collaborations / The North Face | Highlander Podcast

December 6, 2021

Damon Morris, formerly the Senior Development Manager of Collaborations at The North Face (now VP of Outdoor at K2), talks with students about the role of product management in bringing great product to market.

Damon Morris LinkedIn

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/tkohlman/

History of Gear: Todd Kohlman, Archivist @ Burton | Highlander Podcast

November 29, 2021

On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Burton archivist, Todd Kohlman about the origins of the Burton archive, their favorite items in the collection, and how archives are used by the brand.

Todd Kohlman Instagram

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/josie-kinney-0904b110a/

Josie Kinney / Director Business Development @ Rugged Thread | Highlander Podcast

November 22, 2021

Josie Kinney, Director of Business Development, talks about the importance of repair, her work at Rugged Thread, and the growth of recommerce.

Josie Kinney LinkedIn

Rugged Thread

https://www.ruggedthread.com/

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-gibson-864bb147/

David Gibson, Product Manager @ New Balance | Highlander Podcast

November 9, 2021

On this episode David Gibson, a Product Manager for New Balance talks with OPDD students about the role of a PLM as a Quarterback, the day to day of the position, and how he helps bring product to market.

David Gibson LinkedIn

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-gurr-4351311a7/

MyMedic Design Sprint / Evan Howard & Molly Gurr | Highlander Podcast

November 1, 2021

On this episode we talk with Evan Howard, Senior VP of Design & Development at MyMedic and Molly Gurr and OPDD student about the recent design sprint where students envisioned the future of first aid and recovery products.

Molly Gurr LinkedIn:

Evan Howard LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhowarddesigner/

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The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-roberge-69888593/

History of Gear: Holly Roberge / Stephanie Schaff - Senior Archive Specialists @ Reebok | Highlander Podcast

October 25, 2021

On this episode of the History of Gear, we talk with Holly Roberge and Stephanie Schaff, Senior Archive Specialists at Reebok about their entry into the world of archiving, their day to day roles, and the importance of archival work within Reebok.

Holly Roberge LinkedIn:

Stephanie Schaff LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/snschaff/

Watch these conversations on YouTube!

Listen to these conversations on the Highlander Podcast.

The Highlander Podcast is sponsored by the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at Utah State University, a four year, undergraduate degree training the next generation of product creators for the sports and outdoor industries.

Learn more at opdd.usu.edu or follow the program on LinkedIn or Instagram.