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Jason LaRose

Jason LaRose

CEO Bombas
Jason LaRose
Jason LaRose joined Bombas as President in July 2024 and was appointed CEO in July 2025, taking over from co-founder, David Heath. In his role as CEO, he leads the company’s vision and strategic direction, and oversees all key functions, including technology, operations, eCommerce, wholesale and finance. In partnership with the company’s co- founders and leadership team, he is focused on guiding Bombas’s continued expansion, while advancing its mission to help those experiencing homelessness—building on their impact of donating more than 200 million necessary clothing items across the country to date. Prior to joining Bombas, Jason held a number of leadership roles in apparel and DTC businesses, most notably with Under Armour and Equinox. As President of North America for Under Armour, he was responsible for all eCommerce, retail, wholesale, and B2B activities in the U.S. and Canada. As CEO of Equinox Media, he led the launch of a connected fitness hardware and subscription platform. Additionally, Jason has served as Co-Founder of The Post, SVP of eCommerce at Express, SVP of International eCommerce at Sears Holdings, and Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Duke University.

Tuesday, February 23, 2027

10:20 AM Keynote Fireside Chat: Not Everywhere, the Right Places: Growing Omnichannel Without Losing the Heart of the Brand

Bombas spent more than a decade building a beloved brand and direct relationships with customers online. Now, as the company expands through owned retail, selective wholesale partnerships and new product categories, CEO Jason LaRose is leading the next chapter of a founder-built company. He will share how Bombas is pursuing disciplined omnichannel growth while protecting the product quality, customer connection and mission that have always set the brand apart. 

Key Themes: 
  • Determining when and where a digitally native brand is ready to expand beyond DTC 
  • Defining distinct, complementary roles for e-commerce, wholesale and owned retail 
  • Evaluating new channels, partners and categories based on customer insights, brand alignment and assortment fit 
  • Leading the next chapter of a founder-built company while preserving the values and strengths that made it successful 
  • Creating a cohesive expression of Bombas's products, brand and mission across every customer touchpoint 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Jason.

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