Columbia Sportswear Company Announces the Passing of Gert Boyle
November 03 2019 - 2:28PM
Business Wire
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gert
Boyle, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Columbia
Sportswear Company and its matriarch since 1970. Our “One Tough
Mother” held many jobs at Columbia, from seamstress of the first
fishing vest to President to advertising icon. Her sharp wit and
wisdom helped propel the company from near bankruptcy in the early
‘70s to the global multi-brand company it is today, with annual net
sales of almost $3 billion in 2018. Her pioneering role as a woman
in what was then a male-dominated industry is a testament to her
strength of character and ability to persevere through difficult
situations.
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Gert’s humor and business savvy were sought by many people at
Columbia Sportswear Company and she was truly beloved. Gert was
unique and we feel fortunate to have had her as a leader for over
almost 50 years.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Oregon Health
and Sciences Knight Cancer Institute. An announcement will be made
about a celebration of Gert’s life soon. There is much to be
celebrated.
About Columbia Sportswear Company:
Columbia Sportswear Company has assembled a portfolio of brands
for active lives, making it a leader in the global active lifestyle
apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment industry. Founded in
1938 in Portland, Oregon, the company’s brands are today sold in
approximately 90 countries. In addition to the Columbia® brand,
Columbia Sportswear Company also owns the Mountain Hardwear®,
SOREL® and prAna® brands. To learn more, please visit the company’s
websites at www.columbia.com, www.mountainhardwear.com,
www.sorel.com and www.prana.com.
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Media: Mary Ellen Glynn Director of Corporate
Communications Columbia Sportswear Company mglynn@columbia.com
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