The National Basketball Association (NBA) today named Victor Williams CEO of NBA Africa effective August 17, 2020. His appointment was announced by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.
Month: August 2020
Swiss Running Brand ‘On’ Announces First Professional Run Club
On, the Swiss running footwear brand, announced the debut of its first professional run crew, the On Athletics Club (OAC). Coached by Dathan Ritzenhein. The inaugural roster includes Joe Klecker, Alicia Monson, Leah Falland (O’Connor), Emily Oren, Alicja Konieczek, Carlos Villarreal, Oliver Hoare, and George Beamish.
Retail Reports Roundup
Recent retail surveys and studies included McKinsey finding consumers optimism eroding amid spikes in COVID-19 cases in several states and an IBM study detailing concerns over heading back to work as well as to malls and other public places. Other surveys explored expectations for back-to-school and holiday spending, consumers increasing their saving behaviors and changing purchasing behaviors amid the downturn.
CFDA Promotes CaSandra Diggs To President
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has promoted CaSandra Diggs to president of the organization.
Tasc Performance Appoints EVP Of Sales/Brand Development
Tasc Performance appointed Dave Leveille as EVP of sales/brand development. He was most recently president of the Lanier Sportswear division at Oxford Industries.
The Vitamin Shoppe Appoints EVP, Chief Merchandising And Marketing Officer
The Vitamin Shoppe, the specialty retailer of nutritional products, appointed Muriel F. Gonzalez as executive vice president, chief merchandising and marketing officer.
NSSF Statement On NYAG’s Intent To Dissolve The NRA
NSSF, the trade association for the firearm industry, said in a statement that it is “troubled by the politically-driven decision of New York Attorney General Letitia James to seek to dissolve the National Rifle Association, America’s oldest civil rights organization.”
Johnny Morris Buys Dogpatch USA, Plans Nature-Based Attraction
Dogpatch USA, a derelict theme park in northern Arkansas, has been bought by Bass Pro Shops founder and conservationist, Johnny Morris.
Amazon Exploring Turning Penney, Sears Stores Into Fulfillment Centers
Amazon is reportedly in talks with Simon Property Group to convert some vacant Sears and J.C. Penney locations into Amazon fulfillment centers, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal.
Foot Locker Sees 18 Percent Q2 Same-Store Gain
Foot Locker Inc. reported same-store sales jumped approximately 18 percent for the second quarter. Adjusted earnings are expected to be up about 24 percent but reported earnings are expected to be down due to charges to cover the wind-down of Runners Point, an Eastbay restructuring, and costs related to the national protests over race.
Athleta Appoints Interim CMO
Athleta appointed Tom Herbst, formerly at The North Face, as interim chief marketing officer.
OBIT: Woolworth’s Harold Sells
Harold Sells, a former Woolworth CEO who is credited with helping launch the Foot Locker chain in 1974, has passed away at the age of 92.
Ultra Running To Close South End location In Charlotte
Ultra Running Company announced the closing of its location in 110 West Blvd in the South End neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. Ultra Running’s original location at Providence and Providence in Myers Park will remain open.
Retail Ecommerce Ventures Acquires Modell’s Trademarks For $3.7 Million
Retail Ecommerce Ventures, led by digital entrepreneurs Dr. Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez, has acquired the intellectual property and other assets related to its e-commerce business, for $3.7 million.
Gymguyz Hires VP Of Franchise Operations
Gymguyz, the virtual personal training company, hired Stacey Cooper as its new vice president of franchise operations.
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