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TEAM WORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK

BERNHARD LEITNER

THE MAD SCIENTIST

The prodigal son of Horst Leitner, motocross legend, founder of ATK Motorcycles and AMP Research, Bernhard founded Leitner Designs in 2007 as a custom engineering and design house. In 2014 he invented and fabricated the first Active Cargo System out of a need for carrying all of his off-road & motocross gear while maintaining the full use of his truck bed. Since 2014 Leitner Designs has sold thousands of Active Cargo Systems and itā€™s proprietary accessories to outdoor enthusiasts across the globe. To learn more about our CEO Bernhard Leitner & Leitner Designs CLICK HERE.

MICHELLE McDONALD

THE TEAM MOM

Michelle has been with Leitner Designs since day one and is currently the COO, supervising nearly all day-to-day operations & logistics. Her knowledge of the industry has been paramount to the growth of Leitner Designs, and more times than not will pick up the phone when you call. When sheā€™s not wrangling all the details of the operation, she can be found riding her horse or 4 wheeling in her 2020 Jeep Gladiator. She is affectionately known as our ā€œTeam Momā€ at the plant, and consistently over-delivers on all her parental duties.

KEITH MUNEMITSU

THE SOCIALIZER

With more than two decades of sales & marketing experience in the Action Sports Industry Keith has been charged with shaping the new consumer facing image and brand messaging for Leitner Designs as VP of Marketing. The former surf bum turned trout bum is involved with everything from photography, videography, to key branding functions. When heā€™s not behind the camera lens or in the graphics Batcave Keith can be found fly fishing, surfing, or his new found passion, archery hunting. Keith is the point of contact for all marketing, sponsorship requests & fine IPA consumption.

MIKE McDONALD

THE BIG MAC

Mike ā€œBig Macā€ McDonald is known for his cat like prowess , agile as a trained ballerina, and gets the work of two people done without anyone ever hearing or seeing himā€¦ a true logistical ninja. At first glance Big Mac looks like an intimidating, hardened special warfare operator, but in fact is a truly soft spoken teddy bear that you wouldnā€™t think twice about inviting over for a family dinner. This former repo man turned truck bed rackologist has been an awesome addition to the team with his upbeat attitude & work ethic. Outside of work Big Mac enjoys needlepoint and building high-end custom firearms. The next time you receive a Leitner product you can rest assured that it didnā€™t leave the door without the Big Mac QC stamp of approval on it.

MADISON PERRY

THE DELEGATOR

Maddie is our resident product expert who handles all of Customer Relations from dealer to end user. Her peppy personality keeps the high stress work environment in check and running smoothly. Outside of work Maddie is a full time student at University of Arizona Global Campus where she is currently working towards her BA in Early Childhood Education. The Corona, CA native loves the warm summer sun in Lake Havasu and travels to the Bahamas at least once a year. In her free time Maddie can be often found in the great outdoors with her white lab "Captain". The next time you email or call Leitner Designs youā€™ll probably get a warm greeting and a lot of help from our product guru Maddie.   

CarolAnne

CAROL ANNE HARVES

THE FINANCIAL CHEERLEADER

Carol Anne brings over 35 years of experience in the financial operations world to help the company stay on a solid financial base. She provides financial counsel in the areas of planning, budgeting, taxes, governmental requirements and all of the other fun stuff most business owners just love to do (not). When sheā€™s not counting the coins of the business you may find her spending time with her buddy Olive, cheering on the Angels Baseball Team, or keeping tabs on her 7 grandchildren. Like any great cheerleader, no or never are words not found in her vocabulary.

JORDAN SANCHEZ

THE GUIDO

Jordan Sanchez or "The Guido" as most call him is Big Macā€™s right-hand man. Working alongside Mac, Jordan handles all quality control and product packaging. He ensures that all products meet the company's standards and are packaged properly before they are shipped out to customers. Jordan's attention to detail and commitment to quality make him an invaluable member of the team. Outside of the warehouse, you can often find the Guido off-roading in his Tacoma or at the river with his buddies. His passion for adventure and exploration is reflected in his work, as he consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every task is completed with precision and excellence.

NICK JAYNES

THE ANCHOR MAN

Native Oregonian Nick Jaynes spent seven years as an automotive journalist, on staff with Digital Trends then Mashable, before jumping over to PR. For several years Nick managed all communications for the Chevrolet car line at General Motors in Detroit before moving back home to Oregon and founding Diff Comms in 2018. Nick has been overlanding and off-roading since 2006. He now lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon with his Labrador, Arlo.

SEAN WILSON

THE ALCHEMIST

Sean is our "inventory alchemist." He has a unique ability to turn excess inventory into profit, and his expertise in supply chain management has helped us streamline our operations. When he isnā€™t managing inventory in the warehouse, he can be found relaxing by the pool and eating some good olā€™ fashion BBQ. Sean's relaxed attitude makes him a great team player, and he always brings positive energy to the workplace.

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ADRIAN WILSON

THE SHIPPING GURU

Adrian is Leitner Designs shipping and receiving guru. He ensures that all products are carefully packaged and shipped out in a timely manner. Adrian's main focus is to ensure all customer's receive their orders accurately and on time, while also maintaining a high level of quality control. With his attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction, Adrian plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of our shipping department. Outside of work, Adrian can be found spinning tracks as a DJ at local events or hitting the trails on his mountain bike. His passion for music and outdoor adventures adds to his well-rounded personality and energy in the workplace. Next time you stop in to pick up or when you email for a shipping update, you can rest assured that Adrian will go above and beyond to ensure your needs are met.

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JOE LUPRECIO

THE ASSEMBLY ACE

Joe is one of Leitner's newest additions to the warehouse. Joe helps ensure that products are efficiently assembled and packaged for shipping. Joe carefully follows all quality control measures to guarantee that each product meets our high standards before it reaches the customer. He is a dedicated team player who takes pride in his work and is always willing to lend a helping hand to his colleagues on the production line. In his spare time, you can find Joe exploring new hiking trails in the nearby mountains or assisting his parents with their small business of running a barber shop. Joe's dedication to quality extends beyond the workplace, as he applies the same level of commitment to his personal endeavors. Without Joe, Leitner manufacturing would not be able to maintain the level of excellence that customers have come to expect.

ATLAS

THE HEAD OF SECURITY

If you come to harm us I bite youā€¦.end of story. 

SAGE

THE ENFORCER 

Yeah, what he said !! 

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At our core we are a company of genuine outdoor enthusiasts. We are driven by the philosophy that a life is best spent with your family & friends in the great outdoors. We believe that it is in those precious moments out in the wild that we can find our best selves, and that translates to everything we do here from design to manufacturing to customer service.

We began our journey in the off road and overlanding circles, yet today we have a diverse culture of customers from hunters, fishermen, surfers, kayakers, motocross racers, to most all outdoor sport categories.

Leitner Designs remains committed to providing the highest quality of innovative products to help you Carry Your World.