Sports nutrition specialist Tailwind Nutrition has confirmed Kristen Flemington as the company’s new Vice President of Marketing.
Flemington hails from Ashland, Oregon. She joins Tailwind after four years in marketing at Dutch Bros Coffee where she assisted in the expansion of the company from coast to coast across the USA. She provided integrated marketing support as Dutch Bros went public in 2021, becoming the largest publicly traded company in Oregon.
She was also instrumental in the development and launch of the Dutch Bros app which gained millions of members nationwide. Her experience spans over 17 years of campaign planning, digital programming, data and product development.
“We are thrilled to be expanding our talent pool with world-class leaders and creative minds like Kristen,” said Jenny Vierling, co-founder of Tailwind.
“Kristen has a keen ability to energize brand advocates. Tailwind’s very strong and very loyal customer base provides the kind of foundation that Kristen thrives in.”
Kristen Flemington said “I look forward to propelling Tailwind to new heights as they are on the verge of tremendous growth potential.
“While we will never lose sight of the small-town roots and home base of manufacturing in SW Colorado, this brand has the potential to reach many more athletes and those leading an everyday active lifestyle with nutrition as a top priority.
“Their products are tried and true, as demonstrated by our athletes, every day. I look forward to helping amplify the brand story, the products and the overall vision that have laid a strong foundation for at Tailwind.”
