CEO Sue Rechner Named to Outdoor Industry Association Board

August 12, 2009

The Outdoor Industry Association® (OIA) Board of Directors ratified its new slate of Directors at Monday’s board meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah. A total of twelve open seats were filled. Five board members were elected by OIA members and seven seats were appointed by the board.

Confluence Watersports CEO Sue Rechner was named to one of the prestigious positions on the OIA Board, which is at the forefront of moving the outdoor industry and paddlesports industry forward and ensuring positive growth.

Check out the complete announcement below:

http://www.paddlinginstructor.com/press-releases/1839-outdoor-industry-association-announces-newly-elected-and-appointed-board-members.html

CEO Sue Rechner Takes Your Questions

You may have noticed some things are changing here at Confluence. Perhaps you’ve seen the new products and programs (like Paddle it Forward) we’ve introduced, but some of the most exciting changes here are the many ways that our customers can now be part of the process. It’s wonderful to see how the internet has created an opportunity for an open dialogue between companies and customers in every industry.

That’s why I’ve started this blog. Since the launch of our new websites, which feature customer contact forms and social network forums, we’ve received hundreds of questions, comments, and ideas that get reviewed by every level of our team. Some of the best advice comes from people who paddle our boats the most – you.

There’s so much going on with the paddlesports industry, the changing economy, and right here at Confluence that it’s a great time to start that dialogue. I want us to have that conversation, so I welcome your questions and comments. Whatever is on your mind, send it in.

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