Outdoorsy, an online marketplace for outdoor travel and hospitality, has appointed Han Yuan as its chief technology officer. Yuan, a former engineering and product leader at Upwork, eBay and Netflix, will lead Outdoorsy’s efforts to expand access to unique outdoor experiences. He will also oversee technology innovation for Outdoorsy’s insurtech subsidiary, Roamly.
Prior to joining Outdoorsy, Yuan was the chief product and technology officer at Recharge, a subscription commerce engine for Shopify. His appointment comes after a year of growth for Outdoorsy, which achieved profitability in 2023 and is on track to exceed $3 billion in transactions in 2024.
Alongside recording significant growth for Roamly over the past year, the company recently launched Outdoorsy Stays in three states. It also introduced new campground properties and a glamping retreat, expanding its offerings in the outdoor travel market. With Yuan’s expertise in engineering and product development, Outdoorsy aims to further establish itself in the travel and hospitality industry.
