Timothy P. Boyle has been the driving force behind Columbia Sportswear since 1988, where he has served as CEO for over 35 years. He began his journey with Columbia back in 1971 as General Manager and steadily rose through the...
Timothy P. Boyle has been the driving force behind Columbia Sportswear since 1988, where he has served as CEO for over 35 years. He began his journey with Columbia back in 1971 as General Manager and steadily rose through the ranks. Under his leadership, Columbia evolved into one of the largest outerwear companies worldwide, known for its durable and innovative products. He also has a strong family connection to the company — Timothy is the son of Gertrude Boyle, the founder, and his own children are part of the business. Timothy does not typically take stock options or stock grants as part of his pay. Instead, he holds a significant amount of Columbia's common stock, aligning his wealth with the company's performance. This strategy has positioned him well, even as his total compensation has fluctuated significantly over the years — like from $4.7 million in 2021 to $1.6 million in 2023, illustrating varied company performance. Interestingly, he often opts out of bonuses to support company-wide initiatives instead of individual payouts. His expertise lies in management, and he is also on the boards of other companies, including Northwest Natural Gas.