About Us
At Ridgeline Expedition, we believe the way you move through the world matters. For more than fifty years, we’ve built apparel and equipment that prepare people not just for the elements, but for the responsibility of protecting the wild places we explore.
Founded in 1972 by a small group of mountaineers and field scientists, Ridgeline began with a simple mission: create expedition-grade gear that could withstand the most punishing conditions on Earth. From the start, we paired technical performance with a commitment to ethical manufacturing—long before “sustainability” was a headline. That commitment remains central to our identity, but the road toward it is rarely straight or simple.
Today, our three product lines—Technical Apparel, Expedition Gear, and Trail Essentials—carry that legacy into the next era of adventure. Every jacket, pack, and tool is designed to help you go farther, stay longer, and tread lighter. We work closely with guides, researchers, and everyday explorers to ensure our products meet the real demands of the field.
We also know the challenges facing our planet—and our own operations—are bigger than any single company. While we’ve set ambitious goals through our Regenerate ‘30 initiative, reaching them means confronting tough trade-offs in materials, manufacturing, and supply chain practices. Some days we nail it; some days we fall short. But we believe that progress is built on honesty, adaptation, and the willingness to keep going.
Ridgeline Expedition. Built for the journey. Designed to matter.
Our Core Values
Leave It Better
Earned Trust
Tested in the Real World
Adventure with Purpose
Progress Over Perfection
Sustainability in Action
As part of our Regenerate ’30 initiative, all technical apparel shells will be made from 100% recycled or renewable fabrics by 2028. This year, we reduced virgin plastic use in apparel by 45%, though scaling these changes for global production remains a challenge we’re working to solve.
Ridgeline Leadership
Daniel Whitaker - Chief Executive Officer
Second-generation CEO Daniel Whitaker grew up in Ridgeline’s product development shop before stepping into leadership in 2019. He combines the Whitaker family’s heritage of rugged innovation with a clear-eyed vision for digital transformation and sustainable growth.
Scotty Mitchell – Chief Strategy Officer
Scotty Mitchell guides Ridgeline’s long-range strategy, balancing family legacy with new market opportunities. A former global consultant, she is known for reframing complex challenges and keeping the company anchored to its values.
Brittain James – Chief Operating Officer
Brittain James ensures Ridgeline’s bold ideas become reality through operational excellence. With international supply chain and retail experience, she brings both global perspective and a deep commitment to inclusive leadership.
Alisha Moreno – Chief Financial Officer
Alisha Moreno leads Ridgeline’s financial strategy with equal focus on fiscal discipline and people investment. A CPA and Booth MBA, she is recognized for making finance accessible and meaningful across the company.
Sean-Paul Davenport – Chief Talent & Culture Officer
Sean-Paul Davenport drives Ridgeline’s people strategy, ensuring its adventurous spirit thrives in a changing workforce. He is a trusted advisor on leadership, DE&I, and workforce transformation.
Dr. Maya Singh – Chief Innovation & Impact Officer
Maya Singh leads Ridgeline’s innovation and sustainability efforts, integrating foresight and ethical judgment into strategy. Her global experience and systems expertise keep Ridgeline at the forefront of purpose-driven impact.
