Solgaard Appoints Travel Gear Industry Veteran as President

Rob Cooper will lead strategy and execution to accelerate growth for the sustainable travel brand.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:39am

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Solgaard, a sustainable travel gear and accessory design brand, has appointed Rob Cooper as its new President. Cooper, who brings over 30 years of industry experience, will lead enterprise-wide strategy and execution with a focus on accelerating growth, enhancing channel performance, and positioning the brand for long-term scalability.

Why it matters

The appointment of an industry veteran like Rob Cooper signals Solgaard's ambition to scale its sustainable travel brand and capitalize on the growing consumer demand for premium, eco-friendly luggage and accessories.

The details

In his new role as Solgaard's first dedicated President, Cooper will report directly to the CEO and founder, Adrian Solgaard. Cooper previously served as CEO of Travelpro, President of TUMI, and held various senior executive positions at Samsonite, where he scaled global operations, accelerated omnichannel growth, and led the restructuring and growth of the direct-to-consumer business.

  • Cooper's appointment is effective immediately.

The players

Rob Cooper

A travel gear industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, who previously served as CEO of Travelpro, President of TUMI, and held senior executive roles at Samsonite.

Adrian Solgaard

The CEO and founder of Solgaard, a design-driven brand that uses sustainable innovation to create premium luggage and accessories.

Solgaard Design Inc.

A B Corp Certified, design-driven brand that creates premium luggage and accessories using sustainable materials and practices.

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What they’re saying

“We've built a strong foundation as a direct-to-consumer brand, and now it's about scaling thoughtfully. Rob brings the experience and category insight to help us expand our reach while staying true to what makes the Solgaard brand special.”

— Adrian Solgaard, CEO and Founder

“Solgaard stands out as a purpose-driven brand with excellent traction and a significant runway ahead. As the luggage and travel category continues to premiumize with a shift towards sustainability, the opportunity to build a scaled, differentiated brand is very compelling. I'm excited to work alongside Adrian to help accelerate the growth and create strong long-term value.”

— Rob Cooper, President

The takeaway

Solgaard's appointment of an industry veteran like Rob Cooper signals the brand's ambition to scale its sustainable travel gear and accessories business, capitalizing on growing consumer demand for premium, eco-friendly products.