Meet Baffin's Testing Team
Baffin is proud to say that every one of our trips is a success and not just because the product succeeds every time. In May of 2010, Baffin's president Paul Hubner trekked to Machu Picchu wearing a pair of Baffins that, at the time, were still in development. Essentially the product succumbed to the environment and experience, which some may have seen as a failure. Since those shoes failed for Paul, Baffin improved and corrected them so they won't fail for you. This is what Baffin sees as a true success.
President & Chief Testing Officer
Paul Hubner
Outdoor enthusiast Paul Hubner founded Baffin in 1997 and has since reached the North Pole, South Pole, Everest Base Camp, Mt. Rainer, and has enjoyed many other adventures. Today, Paul continues to be an active, contributing member to all aspects of the Baffin brand, though his true passion is being outside using the product.

Senior Vice-President & International Explorer
Mark Hubner
Mark Hubner has trekked to the Geographic North Pole and across the Arctic Circle on Baffin Island. He has led several winter and all-season adventures, and continually tours some of the more extreme and remote areas of both Canadian and U.S. mountain ranges. Most recently, Mark completed an end-to-end hike of Canada's longest marked footpath, the Bruce Trail.
A member of the prestigious Explorers Club, Mark brings a spirit of curiosity and discovery to every expedition. He accompanies Baffin products from ideation, through the development process and into real-world situations that have taken him across five continents— testing a wide range of products year in and year out under the most demanding conditions.

Extreme Explorer
Ray Zahab
Ray Zahab is a Canadian long distance runner and motivational speaker. He is the founder of impossible2Possible,
an organization that aims to inspire and educate youth through adventure learning, inclusion and participation in expeditions. Amongst his long list of notable accomplishments, Ray has crossed the Sahara on foot, broke the world speed record for an unsupported expedition by a team to the South Pole and has made several unsupported crossings of Baffin Island on the Akshayuk Pass.

Global Triathlete
Connor Emeny
Connor Emeny holds the unique distinction of being the only person to complete an iron distance triathlon on 7 continents. As an intrepid explorer and the driving force behind the Chasing Antarctica project, Connor embodies resilience and determination in extreme environments. Baffin proudly supports Connor as the official boot of his expeditions, providing reliable footwear for his remarkable journeys. More on Connor.

Enviromental Activist
Meg O'Hara
Meg O'Hara, a Canadian artist and environmentalist, brings a blend of artistry and environmental consciousness to her work. Known for her captivating pieces that reflect a deep connection to nature,
Meg stands out in the art world for her unique perspective. Baffin proudly welcomes Meg O'Hara as a brand ambassador, recognizing her dedication to art and environmental advocacy. Her partnership with Baffin embodies a shared passion for innovation, sustainability, and the adventurous spirit.

Wildlife Conservationist
Blake Moynes
Blake Moynes is a wildlife conservationist dedicated to protecting vulnerable species and ecosystems around the globe. From sea turtle rescue in Central America to anti-poaching efforts in South Africa, Blake brings hands-on expertise and passion to every environment he enters. As part of Baffin’s Real-World Testing program, Blake relies on Baffin footwear to perform in the unpredictable conditions of his conservation work.
More on Blake.


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