REI To Close Stores On Black Friday

Outdoor gear and sporting goods retailer REI has decided to close its 143 retail stores on Black Friday.

While other retailers are taking a stand by closing on Thanksgiving Day, REI is taking it a step further by also closing on the day after Thanksgiving, one of the biggest shopping days of the year.

All REI employees will be getting a paid day off, including online staff and those at the distributing warehouses. The company is encouraging people to spend time outside instead.

Here & Now‘s Robin Young speaks with Jerry Stritzke, president and CEO of REI, about the decision to close the store on Black Friday.

Guest

• Jerry Stritzke, president and CEO of REI.

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