VF Corp. Shakes Up Leadership at Timberland, Smartwool
VF Corp. announced and confirmed several leadership changes at some of its top outdoor brands this past week as the company looks to restructure and rebound after several disappointing quarters.
Field & Stream Launches Men’s Denim Line
Outdoor brand Field & Stream is launching its first-ever men’s denim line, available now in Field & Stream stores and online.
Jordan Brand Unveils Breakfast Club Training Program
Nike Inc. said the Jordan Brand launched a new digital training program inspired by Michael Jordan’s early-morning training sessions as a player.
Asics Americas Profits Hit By Heightened Competition, Bankruptcy Woes
Asics Corp. reported sales in the Americas slumped 17.3 percent in its first half ended June 30, to ¥59.3 billion ($578.8 mm).
Activewear Startup Kydra Draws From Urban Inspiration
Kydra’s new multi-functional shorts for the urban athlete, called Kydra Flex Shorts, bring together the practical benefits of running tights and a casual pair of shorts.
Mizuno’s Fiscal Q1 Hurt By Americas Weakness
Mizuno Corp. reported a small gain in its fiscal first quarter ended August 3 as strength in its home market of Japan helped offset a poor performance in the Americas region and the impact of currency-headwinds.
Mizuno’s Profits Dip in Fiscal Q1
Mizuno Corp. reported revenues dipped 0.8 percent in its fiscal first quarter ended Aug 3, to ¥48.4 billion.
Asics Sales Slide in First Half
Asics Corp. reported sales in the first half ended June 30 slid 5.0 percent to ¥210.7 billion. Operating income declined 8.8 percent.
Baseball’s Mo Vaughn Launches Big and Tall Men’s Clothing Line
Baseball’s Mo Vaughn launched his new big and tall men’s fashion line, MVP Collections, on August 8, 2016.
VF Corp. Recommends Shareholders Reject ‘Mini-Tender’ Offer
VF Corp. announced that it received notice of an unsolicited “mini-tender” offer by TRC Capital Corporation to purchase up to 2 million shares of VF common stock at a price of $59.75 per share in cash.
VF Corp. Appoints Jim Pisani As Timberland President
VF Corp. appointed Jim Pisani to the position of global brand president, Timberland, effective immediately.
K-Swiss Appoints VP of Sales
K-Swiss appointed Robert Brack as the new VP of sales for the K-Swiss brand.
Smartwool President Departs for Toms
Smartwool President Mark Satkiewicz is leaving the company to take a job as general manager of the Americas at Toms.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Surprises On The Upside
A welcoming surprise, Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2016 was busy, upbeat and optimistic.
Danskin Leads Iconix’s Sports Brands in Q2
Iconix Brand Group said Danskin continues to find growth at Wal-Mart.
