David Parkinson
About David Parkinson
David Parkinson serves as the Director of Products for StairMaster HIIT & Throwdown at Core Health & Fitness, where he has worked since 2018. His background includes a decade of experience in the United States Air Force and a strong educational foundation in sports product management and project management.
Work at Core Health & Fitness
David Parkinson serves as the Director of Products for StairMaster HIIT & Throwdown at Core Health & Fitness. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and management of commercial fitness products under the brands Star Trac, StairMaster, Nautilus, and Schwinn. His role involves overseeing product strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with market needs and company objectives.
Education and Expertise
David Parkinson has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Science in Sports Product Management from the University of Oregon's Charles H. Lundquist College of Business between 2016 and 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Project Management from Colorado State University Global, completed in 2014. Additionally, he has two Associate degrees: one in Communications Applications Technology from the Community College of the Air Force and another in Arabic from the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center.
Background
Before his current role, David Parkinson worked for the United States Air Force as a Program Manager from 2007 to 2016 in Tucson, Arizona. His responsibilities included coordinating over 1,500 service support requests and managing a development training program for 80 employees. He also worked briefly as an Apparel & Footwear Associate at Sportsman's Warehouse in 2016 and completed a Product Management internship at Tattoo Adventure Gear in 2017.
Achievements
During his tenure in the United States Air Force, David Parkinson led a team that managed 1,100 government requirements, focusing on safety compliance and quality assurance. He was recognized as a Tillman Scholar in 2016, highlighting his commitment to service and education. His experience spans various roles that emphasize leadership, project management, and product development.