Jim Dowell
Caleb Houser
Bridgestone rolls out two 2-wheeled strategic organizational changes in USA and Canada. Former Army officer Jim Dowell has been promoted to the newly created role of National Sales & Racing Program Manager for Bridgestone Motorcycle Products in the USA and Canada. With this promotion, Dowell will lead the sales team and racing efforts. Dowell’s primary responsibilities include developing and executing strategic sales plans, growing market share and optimizing profitability.
Dowell joined Bridgestone nearly six years ago as Senior Manager of Channel Sales for Motorcycle Products. During his tenure with the company, Dowell has consistently been recognized for his dedication and performance, even earning the prestigious President’s Club Award in 2020 and again in 2023 for outstanding sales. Dowell reports to Jared Williams, General Manager for Bridgestone Motorcycle Products in the USA and Canada.
Prior to joining Bridgestone, Dowell served as a U.S. Army officer for nearly 10 years and ended his military career as a Green Beret with the 5th Special Forces Group. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history and international relations from Harvard. Outside of work, Dowell has been an avid motorcyclist for almost 20 years.
Also a military veteran, Caleb Houser has been promoted to Dowell’s former position as Senior Manager of Channel Sales for Bridgestone Motorcycle Products in the USA and Canada. Houser will be responsible for executing sales strategy and managing customer relationships to ultimately achieve sales and financial objectives. Houser is joining Bridgestone’s motorcycle team after a successful tenure with the company’s commercial fleet sales group.
Before Bridgestone, Houser worked in the motorcycle industry as a brand manager for FLY Racing at Western Power Sports. Houser is an avid motocross rider, most recently competing at RedBud National MX round in July. Houser also served in the U.S. Air Force for five years, ending his military career as a Non-Commissioned Officer in charge overseeing vehicle operations.
