Charlie Schneider
Before the merger: Tech support and sales for the Hive.
After the merger: Tech support and sales for the Hive.
Thoughts: “Everyone at the Hive has roots in the downhill discipline, even though we have varied cycling interests. Bringing on a storied brand like E*thirteen will allow us to innovate in the DH arena, which is truly exciting. Similarly, all of the guys at E*thirteen are riders first – you can see from products like the XCX guide that there are some great ideas coming out of Leominster regardless of discipline. The result of this merger will be some awesome products no matter what or where you ride.”
Chris Costello
Before the merger: Sales and marketing director for the Hive
After the merger: Sales and marketing director for the Hive
Thoughts: “This is a really positive move for both brands and I’m excited about a bright future for the Hive with e*thirteen now involved. Because each brand filled a void for the other one, this ultimately means even better things to come in the near future. e*thirteen’s track record speaks for itself and the priority which the Hive places on engineering prowess compliments e*thirteen philosophy perfectly.”
Derek Jacob
Before the merger: Graphics and creative for e*thirteen
After the merger: Graphics and creative for the Hive.
Thoughts: “e*thirteen as a company and more importantly, family of riders have spent years devoted to listening to customer feedback and working closely with riders of all levels and abilities to develop the ultimate rider influenced DH, Freeride/ XC components and Chain Retention systems in the world. We now have the opportunity to join forces with a new team of enthusiastic, talented and dedicated riders as part of the Hive family. I look forward to an even greater product line up and more choices for existing Hive brand and loyal e13 customers as well.”
George Dubois
Before the merger: Head of Engineering for the Hive.
After the merger: Head of Engineering for the Hive.
Thoughts: “e*thirteen has a long and storied history of creating the absolute best chain retention systems in the world. I am looking forward to working with the knowledge and experience that brings to continue e*thirteen global dominance as well as elevating The Hive’s drive train and CHUB Wheel products to an equal caliber.”; “The king is dead. Long live the king.”
Greg Thrash
Before the merger: Design Director for the Hive
After the merger: Design Director for the Hive
Thoughts: “I have always admired the attention to detail and engineering effort e*thirteen puts into their products. As well as the incredible level of service and support they provide to their customers. These are some of the same core values we have stressed as we built The Hive. I’m excited to see what we can do as a group with the addition of so many capable minds to The Hive.”
Isaac Hill
Before the merger: Shipping and Receiving, Sponsorship Support, Most unsung hero of e*thirteen
After the merger: Tech support and sales for the Hive.
Thoughts: “I’m excited to see the results of the collaborative efforts of both companies. The integration of e.thirteen into The Hive will help both companies to grow and expand, while continuing to maintain the high standards for quality and customer service our customers have grown accustomed to.”
Joel Peters
Before the merger: GM of the Hive
After the merger: GM of the Hive
Thoughts: “The combined talents of The Hive and e*thirteen teams gives us the resources we need to provide industry leading products and after sale service. For us at The Hive, merging with the class leader in chain retention is like hitting the fast forward button and ending up three years ahead of where we were just last month. It is fantastic opportunity for all of us.”
John Buckley
Before the merger: Quality Assurance, Production Team
After the merger: Quality Assurance, Production Team
Jonas Mikolayunas
Before the merger: OE and Distributor sales for e*thirteen
After the merger: OE and Global Distributor sales for the Hive
Thoughts: “Most of the core e*thirteen crew has been with the company for over seven years apiece – practically from its inception. To say that we hold the company values and heritage close to our hearts is an understatement. e*thirteen is in our blood as deeply as riding itself – and that depth and attachment is in large part due to our steadfast and loyal customers, without whom we would not even exist. The opportunity to join our talents and passion for our sport with as devoted and fine a crew as the Hive could not be more exciting and wholeheartedly welcome. We’re still e*thirteen – just with a Hive injection.”
Michael Tobler
Before the merger: Manufacturing Coordinator, Sponsorship Coordinator
After the merger: Global Supply Chain Manager
Thoughts: “After meeting with the Hive guys and discussing their company heritage, business philosophy, and goals, I immediately knew that this would be a great fit for myself and my colleagues and also allow e*thirteen to continue to grow in the gravity and cross country markets. I look forward to continue to work alongside with a great crew and to bring new high performance bicycle parts that will enhance one’s riding experience on the tarmac and in the dirt. Not to mention I will have fun riding them as well!”
Phillip Welsh
Before the merger: Technical Support Representative, Production Team
After the merger: Technical Support Representative, Production Team
Thoughts: “I’m excited to see e*thirteen become part of The Hive. I am looking forward to continuing the e*thirteen tradition of high quality chain retention and the best service in the industry…whether it be over the web or with the e*thirteen race truck at events.”
Heikki Hall
Before the Merger: e*thirteen West Coast Mobile Tech Support
After the Merger: The Hive West Coast Mobile Tech Support
Quote: “I’m really excited about the future of e*thirteen with the Hive brand. I’ve been very intrigued by all of the products under the Hive ever since I first laid eyes on them. Once I was able to start riding those products I could not be more satisfied, everything they do is absolutely amazing. I see a really bright future for e*thirteen and I cannot wait to see what is coming down the line.