Scotty “The Body” Conerly Brings Impressive Resume to Snow Team

HOOD RIVER, Ore. (November 26, 2007) – DAKINE is proud to announce the addition of Scotty “The Body” Conerly, who joins the company as its new assistant snow team manager. In his position, Conerly will help coordinate all functions relating to the team, including making sure that all snowboard and ski team riders’ needs have been met, represent DAKINE at various contests and events, organize team photo shoots and promote the company through a variety of mediums.

“We’re stoked to have Scotty onboard,” said Randy Torcom, DAKINE’S snow marketing manager. “He is very well connected and brings a clear understanding of our industry and our business.”

A Mt. Hood native and accomplished snowboarder and photographer, Conerly brings tons of experience to the role, including stints as an editorial contributor for both Happy Magazine and snowboard-mag.com. Additionally, he has made a name for himself around snowboard and ski industry circles as a renowned event host and emcee, as well as the unforgettable face of www.snowvision.com.

Conerly commented on his new job by stating, "I’m super psyched to have the opportunity to work with one of the best teams in the industry."

Backed by a pro team roster that includes some of the world's top action sports athletes, DAKINE has been an industry leader in action sports accessories for over a quarter of a century. Founded in Hawaii and based in Hood River, Oregon, DAKINE offers a complete range of innovative products, including sport-specific to street-savvy backpacks, bags, travel gear and accessories. To see the full line of DAKINE products, log on to www.dakine.com.