Published 2/4/14
Swiss performance running shoe company, On, has opened the doors of its Portland office. The new office is located at 1102 NW Marshall St. and will house four staffers in sales and marketing functions.
On was founded by Olivier Bernard, a Ironman World Champion with the desire to bring a better running experience to athletes. Playing in the grass as a child, he dreamed of creating a shoe that would mimic the softness of a grassy field as he ran and trained on pavement. Through his partners David Allemann and Casper Coppetti, the idea became a reality. On Shoe Lineup is based around a special outsole made up of rubber pods called “Clouds.” These clouds allow for a soft, cushioned and protective landing while still remaining firm and responsive.
Currently On offers five models, including the Cloud Racer worn by the 2013 World Ironman Champion. On is based in Zurich, Switzerland and is available in more than 70 countries across the globe.
In Portland, the brand can be found in Fit Right and Road Runner store locations.
Adrienne McClellan, On’s marketing manager for the US and Canada says, “Portland has a unique buzz stemming from the gathering of creative talent that resides here. Paired with an devoted athletic scene, great local vendors (not to mention good food), there was no better place to put down roots to grow.”
Portland A&O powered by Prosper Portland serves as a hub for learning more about the people and companies that make up the thriving 800+ Athletic and Outdoor firms based in Oregon. The website promotes and connects the Portland A&O industry and serves as a portal for A&O news, jobs, events and more.
Portland A&O press releases and news articles are our way to highlight the innovation, evolution, and community within this industry.
If you have a product, company or personal story to be featured, share with us!
Prosper Portland creates economic growth and opportunity for Portland. Our vision is to make Portland one of the most globally competitive, healthy, and equitable cities in the world by investing in job creation, encouraging broad economic prosperity, and fostering great places throughout the city. We aspire to be a workplace of choice with passionate staff excelling in an open and empowering environment and sharing a commitment to our collective success.
