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It is always such a win when you get curious and interested humans all in one place! This session with Wilson School of Design at KPU and Stephanie Phillips was one of them; fantastic insight from decades of experience and hands on learning, working with the very cutting edge of materials science. Can’t wait to see what our next collab with WSD / KPU will be!

Join BCAG and Peak Apparel on June 25 for an evening of networking, industry insights, and meaningful connections with professionals from across BC’s apparel and gear sector.

Hear from experts in sourcing, product development, manufacturing, marketing, and brand storytelling, connect with fellow industry members, and help shape the future of BC’s outdoor industry community.
Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned professional, this is a great opportunity to learn, share ideas, and expand your network.

https://www.bcapparelandgear.ca/c/events/bcag-networking-social-hosted-by-peak-apparel

Want to help shape the future of mountain biking on a global scale? 🌎🚵

Crankworx is hiring a Head of World Tour Operations to lead event delivery across its international World Tour while serving as Event Director for Crankworx Whistler. This is a rare opportunity to oversee one of the most iconic event platforms in mountain biking and help drive its next phase of growth.
📩 Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
https://media-crankworx.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/2026/05/Head-of-Crankworx-World-Tour-Operations_Job-Description.pdf

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A Futurist’s View of New Materials in the Outdoor Space:

Come join us at SOARE for our first lunch & learn session with the highly knowledgable with Stephanie Phillips, the Sherman Jen Research Chair in Next Generation Design at KPU’s Wilson School of Design. Our afternoon will be spent on how to approach prototyping and evaluating new materials into your design and production processes.

The presentation and conversation will touch upon methods to work through in the prototyping process, and how you might test along the way to avoid too much time and expense on a material that isn’t going to work for your product development.

Your ticket comes with lunch and drink provided, so just bring yourself, and perhaps a friend or colleague!

Link in Bio to RSVP!

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Move about our Speaker:

Stephanie Phillips is the Sherman Jen Research Chair in Next-Generation Design at the KPU WSD. A designer, researcher, and educator specializing in sustainable textiles and biomaterials, her work focuses on developing innovative biodegradable and recyclable materials. With a background spanning textile design, material sustainability, and functional composite textiles, Stephanie collaborates with industry and academic partners in next-generation manufacturing and apparel innovation.

Dreaming of working in mountain biking, events, media, or sport operations? 🚵‍♀️🎤

Crankworx Whistler is hiring for Summer 2026 and looking for passionate people to help bring one of the world’s biggest mountain bike festivals to life. From production and communications to volunteer coordination and operations, this is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the outdoor and events industry.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgvPkx5Qk4MXiybYi0bz9tLp3lBjWZVM85BkNPowWNC-3HYg/viewform

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A great opportunity for someone looking to grow their accounting career within the outdoor industry 📊🏔️

LowerLeft Designs — home to gogglesoc and Phunkshun Wear — is hiring an Accounting Analyst in Squamish to support finance operations while working alongside a passionate, adventure-driven team.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4414181773/

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Help power one of BC’s most respected mountain bike brands from behind the scenes 🚵‍♂️⚙️

Perfect for operations leaders who love systems, logistics, and the cycling industry.

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4410896353/

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Whistler Blackcomb is hiring a Senior Manager, Mountain Planning 🏔️

Lead large-scale resort development, from trail expansions to lift infrastructure, at one of the world’s top mountain destinations.

💰 $121K–$156K + bonus | 📍 Whistler, BC | 💼 Full-Time
Perks include free ski pass, lessons, and staff discounts 🎿

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4399921111/

Forbidden Bike Company is hiring a Marketing Manager 🚲

Own campaign ex*****on, work with athletes, and help bring one of MTB’s most respected brands to life.

💰 From $87.5K | 📍 Cumberland, BC | 💼 Full-Time

Apply: [email protected]

Dream job alert 🚨 Magnafire is hiring a Video Editor & Social Strategist 🎬
Create scroll-stopping content for brands like Arc’teryx, Red Bull, and lululemon.

💰 $60K–$72K | 📍 Vancouver (On-site) | 💼 Full-Time

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4392128326/