MORGAN HILL, Calif. (BRAIN) — Jeff McGuane has joined Specialized as the company's global sales and market development leader. McGuane most recently was the CEO of One Industries, a supplier of protective gear, helmets, gloves, graphics, hard parts and race wear for motocross and mountain bikes.
"Jeff has an extensive career in the industry and we look forward to welcoming him to the team," said a spokesperson for Specialized.
Prior to his stint at One Industries, McGuane held global leadership positions at Cannondale, where he started in 1994. He most recently served as Cycling Sport Group's global president, where he was responsible for the sales, strategy and operational aspects of the business. McGuane led Cannondale's European market for five years while living in Switzerland, and also led the Asia Pacific market for five years while living in Japan.
McGuane, who's married and has three children, has a degree in international relations from the University of Redlands. He's an avid road and mountain rider, and is fluent in Spanish and Japanese. He currently serves as board director for Transamerican Autoparts, an omnichannel supplier of aftermarket parts and accessories for Jeeps and light trucks.
"I am really excited about joining Specialized," McGuane said. "I have long admired the brand, its vision and leadership. I am thrilled to join the journey to build the most outstanding experiences for its riders and retailers.
"The industry is at an inflection point requiring even more innovative solutions to integrate the brand, the rider, the retailer and the community and I am passionate about working with the teams to deliver that vision," McGuane added.
