At Route, Nate helps guide the Strategic Partnerships team. Previously, he was responsible for establishing and leading the outdoor sports vertical for Route. Nate spent close to a decade in Marine and Naval Special Operations teams. Following his military service, he studied at Columbia University in the City of New York, and originally pursued a (second) career on Wall Street before coming to his senses and diving into the tech and eCommerce world. Nate is passionate about connecting ecosystems and driving value through collaborations and partnerships. He loves to travel, hike, swim, and eat Reece’s Big Cups!