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Larry Smith joined West Marine in 1999 as the Senior Vice President of Planning and Replenishment. Prior to joining West Marine, Mr. Smith served as the Divisional Vice President of Planning and Replenishment for Kmart Corporation from 1996 to 1999. He also served as the Director of Planning & Replenishment for Staples from 1995 to 1996 and the Director of Inventory Management for Kaybee Toy Stores from 1994 to 1995. Mr. Smith has published several articles and received RIS News Magazine's "Retail Pacesetter Award" in June of 2003, honoring the 20 leading retail technology executives.
A lifelong boater, who grew up in community sailing programs, and one-design racing on prams, Flying Juniors, and 420s, Mr. Smith has continued an active interest in boating. He has campaigned Thistles, Flying Scots, and is currently racing a Shields in Monterey Bay. Mr. Smith serves on the Junior Sailing advisory committee and is a Director of Monterey Bay Yacht Club. He is also Treasurer of the Monterey Bay Youth Sailing Foundation, a non-profit active in promoting Youth Sailing in the community. | 