Inside
Merrell
Who We Are
Merrell exists to share the simple power of being outside.
We believe the trail is for everyone. Our goal is to provide
thoughtfully designed, rigorously tested products that over-deliver on
performance, versatility, and durability.
Adventure Blog
STORIES OF MERRELL ADVENTURES Check out our blog for updates from our athletes, ambassadors, and leadership team, as well as deep dives into our newest programs.
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Our History
OUTDOOR HERITAGE, QUALITY & PERFORMANCE Merrell was established in 1981 when two executives for the Rossignol ski company, Clark Matis and John Schweizer, decided to launch a new maker of hiking boots. The pair decided to join forces with Randal Ivan Merrell (R.I. Merrell), a maker of highly praised custom boots which retailed for $500 a pair. Matis set to work designing a more affordable high-performance boot, the Moab, which was developed in 1982. Since 1997, the company has been a wholly-owned subsidiary of shoe industry giant Wolverine World Wide.
Working at Merrell
WE LIVE THE BRAND We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable Merrell culture. Consistent continued learning programs cover a range of topics including diversity, equity, inclusion, sustainability, and more. We keep it fun with pickleball tournaments and Trail Tuesday alongside ample employee benefits.
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At Merrell, we believe in sharing the simple power of being
outside.
No matter who you are, where you came from, who you love or how you
move — Everyone should be welcome in the outdoors and wherever life
takes us. We strive to inspire everyone because, together, we can help
protect the trail we love.
Trail for Everyone
ALL ARE WELCOME In 2018, we committed to making justice, equality, diversity, and inclusion a key pillar within our business. We are dedicated to the work it will take to create lasting change for a more equitable and inclusive tomorrow.
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Sustainability
PRESERVING AND PROTECTING THE TRAIL
"At Merrell, we believe in the profound power of the trail and we
strive to be a dedicated steward of our environment. We exist to
inspire everyone to explore the outdoors, and we need a healthy
home in order to do just that."
- Chris Hufnagel, Merrell President
Causes
CAUSES THAT MATTER TO US We are proud to support a range of organizations and causes working to ensure getting outside is safe, simple, and sustainable for all.
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Inclusivity Report
As part of our journey to create welcoming outdoor spaces, we researched how we can make the outdoors inclusive and welcoming to all.
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