Dover Saddlery Taps Brad Wolansky as CEO

Dover Saddlery, a multichannel retailer of equestrian products, has named Brad Wolansky as CEO and a member of its board of directors, effective June 1.

Most recently, Wolansky was interim chief digital officer at Performance Sports Group via Boston’s B2C Partners. Previously, he was president of consumer direct and president of fundraising, as well as chief marketing officer for Yankee Candle, part of Newell Brands.

“I’m thrilled to join the Dover Saddlery team,” said Wolansky. “I have great respect for the brand, the management team and the vision for Dover. I’m looking forward to bringing all the operational excellence I’ve acquired over my 30 years in retail to a team that’s unbelievably dedicated to its customers. Since my family began buying from Dover years ago, I completely understand the passion and commitment of this community.”