RECALL: PIEPS DSP Avalanche Transceivers

Black Diamond has recalled about 66,100 PIEPS DSP Avalanche Transceivers. The company has received 65 reports of the transceiver modes switching unexpectedly while in use. One death and one instance of a skier getting caught in an avalanche who suffered a broken arm and minor injuries were both reported in British Columbia.

Vail Resorts Announces Executive Leadership Changes

Vail Resorts, Inc. announced that Patricia Campbell, president of the company’s mountain division, has made the decision to step down from her position and assume a new role as senior advisor to the company’s mountain division.

UTS Names New CEO

United Tactical Systems (UTS) announced the appointment of technology and public safety executive Bob Plaschke as CEO. As CEO, Plaschke will be leading all the UTS businesses, including its PepperBall and First Strike divisions.

EcoCart Raises $3M In Funding

EcoCart, a climate and sustainability-focused e-commerce enablement startup, announced that it had closed $3 million in seed funding led by Base10 Partners’ Chris Zeoli.

Nike Ranked Most Valuable Apparel Brand For Seventh Consecutive Year

Nike ranked as the world’s most valuable apparel brand for the seventh consecutive year, although its brand value was down 13 percent to US$30.4 billion, according to the Brand Finance Apparel 50 2021 report. Fila was the fastest-growing brand while new entrants Timberland and Converse performed particularly well.