The Team
Behind Gov & Co. is a team of seasoned operators, strategists, and craftsman who have spent their careers shaping specialty retail environments and brands. Together, we bring the expertise, creativity, and credibility to help developers and resorts turn vision into lasting value.
At Gov & Co., our team blends decades of lived experience with proven success in retail, hospitality, and brand building. We’ve run shops, guided adventures, launched brands, and led creative campaigns—always with a focus on excellence, authenticity, and results. What unites us is a shared belief that resort retail should be more than transactional: it should elevate the guest experience, strengthen community, and drive long-term growth. When you work with Gov & Co., you’re not just hiring consultants—you’re gaining partners who care as much about the culture of a place as the bottom line.
Gov Carrigan,
Founder & CEO
Gov Carrigan has spent the last 30 years shaping mountain culture from the inside out. From a humble beginnings as a ski tuner to building some of the most respected retail operations in Jackson Hole, Gov’s career is grounded in precision, community, and the pursuit of peak experiences. He’s earned the trust of Olympians, start-up founders, and lifelong locals alike—not by chasing trends but by solving for what matters most.
Through Gov & Co., he now advises outdoor retailers, resorts, and developers across the country—bringing technical expertise, operational precision, and a deep respect for place. Whether he’s helping a brand find its soul or a ski shop find its flow, Gov’s promise remains the same: listen intently, act decisively, and never lose sight of the feeling that made you fall in love with this life in the first place.
Eric Dobbs
Partner & Strategy Lead
Eric Dobbs has spent over three decades at the intersection of outdoor culture, hospitality, and retail. From guiding fly-fishing trips and backcountry clients to running resorts, producing creative campaigns, and building businesses of his own, his career has always been about bringing vision to life with both grit and grace. Along the way, he’s helped shape strategies for brands, investors, and operators who want more than growth—they want experiences that feel true.
At Gov & Co., Eric is the connector and strategist who translates ambition into reality. He helps partners unlock value through sales, brand, and experience design—always with an eye on the details that discerning clientele will notice. Trusted for his ability to bring teams together and focus on what matters most, Eric leads with a simple promise: build with intention, deliver with integrity, and never forget the people at the heart of it.
Darren Halbig
Partner & Creative Lead
For more than 25 years, Darren Halbig has been helping brands find their voice, tell their story, and create work that lasts. From launching purpose-driven upstarts in the outdoor space to leading award-winning campaigns for legacy names like Airstream and the Indiana Pacers, Darren’s career has been defined by clarity, craft, and a belief that the right story can change everything.
At Gov & Co., Darren brings a creative lens to strategy and execution, partnering with retailers, resorts, and brands who want to scale with meaning. Whether he’s shaping a brand platform or directing a full production, his approach never wavers: think clearly, create with care, and build something that actually matters.