HALTI REPLACES CEO

M. Sc. (Economics) Sami Kiiski, 40 has been appointed as the new CEO of Halti. Sami Kiiski acted previously as VP for Brand and Operations in Halti in charge of the product and design organization as well as the Asian operations and the Chinese importer relations. Sami Kiiski has strong management experience within the sports and leisure business both in domestic and international markets.

”Halti has recently renewed the brand and design strategy successfully. The consumer launch of the new brand identity and design language begins in the autumn. We have sharpened our category strategy and will invest more in new product innovations. The market position of Halti in the domestic market, Finland is strong. Halti also aims to be an internationally growing premium Nordic brand for active and versatile outdoor people. The foundation for building our successful future are our close customer relationships, competent personnel and strong domestic ownership”, says Kiiski.

”I am delighted that we found an outstanding successor inside the company. We can now continue the development of Halti with confidence”, states Robert Ingman the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Halti.

For further information, please contact:
CEO Sami Kiiski, Halti, tel: +358 50 3890 901, sami.kiiski@halti.fi

Halti is a Finnish outdoor company that specializes in manufacturing premium outdoor, ski, multisport and lifestyle apparel as well as camping hardware. Halti is for curious, active and demanding outdoor enthusiasts who value high functionality, best technical materials, perfect fit and beautiful minimalist Nordic design. Over the past 40 years our gear has been used in some of the most starkly beautiful and unforgiving places on Earth. Halti is one of the few companies that has equipped expeditions to all of “The three Poles” – The North Pole, The South Pole and Mount Everest. We equipped and sponsored many of the world’s top athletes across all of our product categories. At Halti we’re continuing this heritage by inspiring all people to experience nature at its best.