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Karsten Hagen

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National Sales Manager-Van Rysel Bicycles USA at Decathlon
📍 Greater Bend Area, United States

Karsten Hagen is a national sales executive with nearly three decades of experience in the premium consumer and cycling industries. Currently the National Sales Manager for Van Rysel Bicycles USA at Decathlon, he specializes in distribution strategy, brand positioning, and leading high-performing sales teams. People who have worked with him describe him as authentic, passionate, and a disciplined leader.

Deeply immersed in the cycling world both professionally and personally, Karsten is an active participant in the sport. He is involved in major industry events like the Sea Otter Classic and participates in challenging cycling events like the Gran Fondo New York (GFNY).

He believes the key to survival in modern bike retail is not being the fittest, but being the most imaginative.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
National Sales Manager-Van Rysel Bicycles USA
Location
Greater Bend Area, United States
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Priorities

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Specialty Retail Growth
His current role at Van Rysel focuses on building a premium presence by growing and supporting a network of specialty bicycle retailers across the United States.
Brand Positioning
His career centers on ensuring a brand's distribution, channel strategy, and account partnerships reinforce its long-term market position and brand equity.
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Career

Work history

4-2026
National Sales Manager-Van Rysel Bicycles USA
Decathlon
8-2012 - 3-2025
Regional Sales Manager
Giant Bicycles
7-2012 - 2-2026
Head of Sales/West
Giant Bicycle
3-2008 - 7-2012
Western Regional Sales Manager-Cycling and Running Products
Garmin International
6-2006 - 3-2008
Regional Sales Manager
Diamondback Fitness
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Media appearances

EXEC: Karsten Hagen Named U.S. Sales Manager for Decathlon’s Van Rysel Bike Brand. Featured in SGB Media Online
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Decathlon setzt in den USA auf einen Sales Manager für Van Rysel. Featured in radmarkt.de
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Education
1990 - 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Western Washington University
1985 - 1987
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Ingraham High School
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