GENERAL

REI is an abbreviation for Recreational Equipment Inc and is privately-held American retail corporation organized as a consumer’s cooperative, selling outdoor recreation gear, sporting goods, and clothe via the internet catalogs. REI has over 100 stores in 27 states. REI headquartered in Kent (Washington). It has distribution centers in Sumner (Washington) and Bedford (Pennsylvania). REI has 9.500 employees, most of them work in the stores and many of whom are part-time. REI is governed by a board of 13 directors, one member being the CEO (Chief Executive Officer).