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VANCOUVER — Mountain Equipment Co-op has appointed a Best Buy Canada executive to head the outdoor gear retailer.

Philippe Arrata takes over on July 2 from David Labistour, who is stepping down after more than 11 years as chief executive.

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Arrata has been with the consumer electronics retailer since 2008 and is currently chief financial and administrative officer.

He was a member of MEC’s board between 2015 and 2018.

Arrata says he believes “passionately in MEC’s purpose and the benefits of leading a healthy, active outdoor lifestyle.”

MEC has more than five million members and 22 locations across Canada.