Richard E. Everett

Richard E Everett was promoted to President of West Marine in August 2003 while continuing as Chief Operating Officer, a position he has held since 1995.
He has served as a director of West Marine since 1994.
Mr. Everett currently oversees Merchandising, Marketing, Replenishment, Real Estate, Wholesale, Boat Services and Visual Merchandising.
From 2001 to 2002, Mr. Everett served as President of Retail, which included the Stores and worldwide Catalog & Internet divisions.
From 1998 to 2001, Mr. Everett was President of Stores, directing the day-to-day operations and expansion of West Marine's nationwide retail store network.
From 1996 to 1998, he served as Executive Vice President and has held various other positions since joining West Marine in 1981.