Cotopaxi, the manufacturer of outdoor products for the active lifestyle, has added industry veteran Wendy Yang to its board.
Month: August 2020
J.C. Penney Sale Talks Reach ‘Stalemate,’ Raising Threat Of Liquidation
J.C. Penney’s discussions with potential acquirers of the company have hit a “stalemate” and the bankrupt retailer’s top lenders are considering making a “credit bid” to own the retailer as a stand-alone company.
Swiss Running Brand On Launches Experiential Laboratory At Fred Segal
On, the Swiss performance brand has partnered on an in-store activation with Fred Segal, including a monthly-rotating experiential laboratory at the chain’s flagship location on Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood, CA.
TeamSnap Appoints Head Of Analytics
TeamSnap, the sport management platform, announced that Shaina Jordan has joined the company’s senior leadership team as head of data engineering and analytics.
Nike Sports Camps Operator Secures Investment
Roark Capital, an Atlanta-based private equity firm, announced that its affiliates have invested in US Sports Camps, the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps.
Retail Reports Roundup
A study from MBLM found Amazon to be the most intimate retailer in the U.S. followed by Walmart and Costco. Recent retail surveys and studies also explored consumer’ heightened COVID-19 concerns, the pace of the recovery, the benefits of inventory visibility, consumers turning more frugal, and stress over back-to-school spending.
Nike Ends Relationship With Neymar
Nike has parted ways with Brazilian star forward Neymar a decade and a half after signing the star striker as a 13-year-old prodigy.
Outtech Appoints Inside Sales Representative
Outtech, the sales and marketing agency supporting the outdoor industry, appointed Brad Crum as inside sales representative for the independent channel.
Kinsey’s Announces New Hires
Kinsey’s, a distributor of archery equipment, muzzleloading, camping, air guns and ATV accessories, recently added five new hires and promoted two current employees.
Logo Brands Strikes Exclusive Deal With University Of Florida
Logo Brands Inc. secured exclusive rights to manufacture, produce and distribute University of Florida Gators tailgate and outdoor lifestyle products across multiple retail channels.
16th Annual College Colors Day To Be Held September 4
Collegiate licensing leader CLC plans to hold the 16th annual College Colors Day this Friday, September 4. The holiday, created by CLC, encourages over 185 million fans to don the apparel of their favorite college and share their spirit via social media, using the hashtag #CollegeColorsDay.
Walmart To Sell Shoes.com To CriticalPoint Capital
Walmart has agreed to sell Shoes.com to CriticalPoint Capital, the Los Angeles based private investment firm and owner of JackRabbit and Olympia Sports, according to a report from Bloomberg.
Crocs Chief People Officer Selected As Denver Business Journal 2020 C-Suite Award Winner
Crocs’ Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, Shannon Sisler, was honored by the Denver Business Journal in their annual C-Suite awards, which recognize outstanding C-level executives for their invaluable contributions to the Denver region.
Garmin Confirms September 30 Dividend Payment
The Garmin Ltd.’s board of directors has established September 30, 2020 as the payment date for the next dividend installment of 61 cents per share with a record date of September 15, 2020.
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