River’s End Trading Co., Medina, Minn., recently announced the appointment of John Maher as CEO and a capital investment from private-equity firm GCI.
Financial terms were not released.
These announcements highlight River’s End Trading’s focus on growth through innovative apparel products and strategic approaches to exceptional customer experience, according to the company. It will continue to serve the corporate, promotional and golf retail markets with apparel.
Maher has a wealth of apparel industry experience and leadership in business growth, customer focus and operational excellence, according to the company. Most recently, he spent 30 years with Lands’ End.
“I am excited to be part of the River’s End Trading team of employees, sales representatives and partners, as we build on the solid foundation that has made the company a top corporate and golf apparel supplier,” Maher says. “It is a dynamic time for River’s End Trading Co. I look forward to leading the team, building strong partnerships and delivering on our growth strategies.”
The financial commitment from GCI supports the company’s growth, collection of top apparel brands, industry-leading decoration services and creative brand-building solutions. River’s End Trading Co. will continue to expand both retail and private-label brands, including Page & Tuttle and River’s End.
“GCI’s investment in River’s End Trading Co. aligns with our strategy to foster sustainable, mutually rewarding partnerships with passionate people who lead innovative companies,” said Bill Schleicher, president and COO of GCI. “This partnership builds on GCI’s proud heritage of our founder Gary Comer, also the founder of Lands’ End.”
For more information, visit riversendtrading.com. — L.M.
