Red Ants Pants Welcomes New CEO

Red Ants Pants, a company established in White Sulphur Springs and recognized for its women’s workwear, has appointed Stephanie Cole as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A fourth-generation Montanan, Cole brings a wealth of experience in business leadership and team development. With a history of managing an Inc. 5000 company and collaborating with various global corporations, she is set to guide Red Ants Pants in its growth, success, and innovation in the years ahead.

Sarah Calhoun, the owner and founder of Red Ants Pants, shared her enthusiasm for the new leadership. “We’re thrilled to have Stephanie join the team as someone who deeply understands our roots and our mission and has the proven track record and vision necessary to take Red Ants Pants to the next level,” Calhoun remarked.

With over 15 years of experience in creating high-performing teams, Cole has been acknowledged for her contributions to business and mentorship. In 2015, she received the “20 Under 40” award from the Bozeman Daily Chronicle and was honored as Montana State University’s Young Alumni of the Year in 2016. Additionally, she has participated as a mentor in the Red Ants Pants Foundation Girls Leadership Program, a significant initiative established by the company.

Reflecting on her new position, Cole said, “I’ve always admired Red Ants Pants and how it has built a loyal following through integrity, heart, and an incredible amount of hard work. I am honored to keep growing its impact in its home state of Montana and beyond.”

Founded in 2006, Red Ants Pants is the first company dedicated exclusively to workwear for women. Calhoun started the business out of frustration with the lack of well-fitting work pants for women. The company’s name symbolizes the diligent work of female ants in their colonies, mirroring the mission to support hardworking women.

With Stephanie Cole at the helm, Red Ants Pants appears well-positioned to build on its strong foundation and continue its legacy of providing functional workwear and leadership opportunities for women. As the company enters this new chapter, its commitment to innovation, support, and community remain as primary goals. While the future holds exciting possibilities, Red Ants Pants' dedication to serving women in the workforce stays rooted in its small-town Montana heritage and the values it was built upon.

Photo via Red Ants Pants on Instagram.