Christopher T. Metz has been the CEO of Vista Outdoor Inc. since October 2017. With a degree in Business Administration, he brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles, including President and CEO of Arctic Cat, a company focused...
Christopher T. Metz has been the CEO of Vista Outdoor Inc. since October 2017. With a degree in Business Administration, he brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles, including President and CEO of Arctic Cat, a company focused on recreational vehicles. Before that, he spent almost a decade as a Managing Director at Sun Capital Partners, honing his business acumen in private equity. Under his leadership at Vista Outdoor, he has focused on aligning executive pay with company performance, emphasizing financial targets like EBIT and free cash flow. Christopher's strategy has driven significant growth, particularly in the company's Ammunition division, seeing over 100% increases in EBIT compared to previous years. He holds a significant stake in Vista Outdoor, reflecting his commitment to the company's success, especially during a transformative period for the business. He also sits on the board of Acushnet Holdings, indicating his strong connections within the industry and governance experience. His corporate philosophy centers around performance metrics that create long-term value for shareholders, which fits well with modern business practices.