From 2000 to early 2017, Reid Hackney worked as the senior vice president of finance and the chief financial officer of the Ascena Retail Group. There, he leveraged technology, conservative fiscal stewardship, operational efficiency, and procedural excellence to help drive the company’s growth into a $3 billion national retailer. Now retired, Reid Hackney likes to spend time outdoors with activities like hiking.
Aside from being a great workout, hiking is an ideal way to slow down and unplug while enjoying the wonders of nature. If you are thinking of taking up hiking as a hobby, it is important to start small to avoid turning this relaxing hobby into a potentially dangerous excursion.
To start with, choose a trail that is shorter than your average walking distance on a flat surface. As trails are often uneven, hilly, and even mountainous, walking the same distance will require extra effort.
As a beginner, make sure you are hiking with someone who has more experience than you. Aside from helping to keep you safe, your partner can likely teach you a few things about hiking.
Consider hiking at a local park once a week to bolster your skills. Hiking in a public park is a safe way to build up your stamina, test new gear, and practice planning a hike.
Once you can complete these shorter hikes with ease, it is safe to consider something longer or more strenuous. That said, even as an experienced hiker, you should always hike with other people to avoid the risk of getting lost or injured and stranded.
A retired retail executive, Reid Hackney most recently served as vice president and chief financial officer of the San Antonio-based AGACI. A self-described food enthusiast, Reid Hackney enjoys frequenting new restaurants throughout San Antonio in his free time.A pair of new restaurants owned by a popular TV star will open in San Antonio in the near future. In September, Cake Boss star Bartolo "Buddy" Valastro announced plans to open outposts of both Carlo's Bakery and Buddy V's Ristorante in the city. While an official opening date has yet to be set, construction was scheduled to begin in early October. The Buddy V's outlet will include an open kitchen concept with a wood-fired grill and a menu similar to that of its other locations, including classic Italian-American staples and an extensive dessert list. Prospective chefs at the restaurant will travel to Jersey City to train with and learn from Valastro, while the Cake Boss star will make an appearance in San Antonio for the official openings of both restaurants. Buddy V's Ristorante has outposts at casinos in Las Vegas and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, while there are over 20 Carlo's Bakery locations throughout the United States and one in Brazil.
Now retired, Reid Hackney spent over 20 years in executive positions for firms including A’GACI, LLC, and Ascena Retail Group, Inc. A resident of San Antonio. Texas, Reid Hackney enjoys visiting the city’s Pearl and Southtown areas to check out the latest restaurants. San Antonio is a hotbed of up-and-coming and well-established restaurants that attract all, from foodies to people who enjoy quality food. Eater has compiled a list of the top restaurants in the city, including:1) Il Forno. Chef Michael Sohocki, a James Bear Award semifinalist, opened his Neapolitan pizza shop with a classic wood-burning oven and seasonal pizzas that take advantage of fresh vegetables found at farmers’ markets. Better yet, Il Forno pizzas are moderately priced - and the happy hour offers a $6 margherita pie. 2) Rebelle. Found inside the St. Anthony Hotel, Rebelle opened to great acclaim, receiving stellar reviews in Texas Monthly and the San Antonio Current. An upscale restaurant, it offers a hybrid of French cooking methods and global flavors with dinner entrees that include seared Scottish ocean trout and roasted Berkshire pork chop. 3) Botika. The unique cuisine at Botika includes Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) and Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) options as well as more traditional dishes updated with modern twists. These combinations result in unusual and tantalizing flavors.
