The Schwan-Stabilo group is facing a change in leadership in its outdoor division.
According to consistent media reports, Christoph Frechen will become the new CEO of the Schwan-Stabilo Outdoor GmbH subgroup, which includes the brands Deuter, Gonso, Maier Sports and Ortovox, on July 1st. Frechen comes from the Intersport retail association, where he most recently worked as General Manager Global Marketing & Communications. He previously held various management positions at Adidas.
At Schwan-Stabilo, Frechen is taking over management of the outdoor division from Martin Riebel, who will be leaving the group after 14 years.