How Michaela Johnson Stays Warm, Focused, and Game-Day Ready with ororo and the Boston Bruins
For Michaela Johnson, cold weather isn’t an occasional inconvenience; it’s part of her job! A Rhode Island native, mom of two, and the in-arena host for the Boston Bruins for the past 10 seasons, Michaela knows exactly what it takes to show up energized, polished, and comfortably warm.
As the Official Heated Apparel Partner of the Boston Bruins and TD Garden and with Charlie McAvoy Jr. as an official ororo Ambassador, ororo is integrated into the Bruins organization both on and off the ice. ororo provides heated apparel to the Bruins and Bruins’ community programs, including the Bruins’ Learn to Play program, sponsors in-game activations at TD Garden, and more. As a longtime face of Bruins game nights, Michaela embodies the same energy, passion for fans, and cold-weather readiness that define both the Boston Bruins and ororo.
MIchaela’s introduction to ororo began far from home, at one of the coldest games on the hockey calendar. Here’s her story…
A Game-Changer at the NHL Winter Classic
Michaela’s first experience with ororo came in 2022 while working the NHL Winter Classic in Minnesota. While New England winters are cold, the Midwest delivered something else entirely.
“We were about to experience subzero temperatures,” she recalls. “I started searching for a heated vest, and the name that kept coming up with rave reviews was ororo. I decided to give it a shot, and it was an absolute game-changer.”
From that moment on, staying warm no longer meant sacrificing comfort, mobility, or focus.
Warmth That Works
Today, ororo is a constant companion for Michaela, whether she’s behind the scenes at TD Garden, on the ice hosting in front of thousands of fans, or during early morning commutes You. You can see her wearing ororo’s Augusta Women's Heated Sweater Fleece Vest or the Women’s Classic Heated Jacket (10 Year Anniversary Edition).
“I love that I can stay comfortable and relaxed with the various levels of heat,” she says. “It helps me stay cozy in a cold arena and fights the freeze during outdoor games.”
With adjustable heat settings at the touch of a button, ororo lets Michaela stay focused on her craft instead of counting layers. That adaptability matters when your day doesn’t fit neatly into one setting or one temperature.
From Game Night to Family Time
As a busy mom with multiple schedules to juggle, Michaela appreciates gear that works just as hard as she does. When soccer season rolls around, ororo keeps her warm on the sidelines and at the Bruins games.
“I can comfortably watch my kids play without putting on a ton of layers,” she explains. “I even got my husband hooked. Now we can stay warm while showing our love for our favorite team. Go Bs!”
A Natural Fit with the Bruins
ororo’s partnership with the Boston Bruins and TD Garden reflects a shared commitment to performance and innovation. For someone like Michaela, who lives for sports, family, and nonstop schedules, that alignment is authentic, and it shows. ororo doesn’t just keep her warm. It helps her stay present, confident, and comfortable.
Because when you’re ready for anything, the cold doesn’t stand a chance. From early mornings to late nights, from family weekends to packed arenas, ororo seamlessly fits into every chapter of her day.
