Obviouslee Grows Outdoor Strategy Team
National marketing agency taps industry veteran Joe Jackson, promotes Andrew Piasecki to co-lead its outdoor team.
Decathlon Claims First to Market with Apple Vision Pro App
Decathlon said the app was reimagined for Apple Vision Pro to enable customers to discover its latest outdoor and cycling product innovations and shop for their favorite sporting goods.
Gap Inc. Taps Zac Posen as Creative Director
American fashion designer Zac Posen was named EVP, creative director of Gap, Inc. and the chief creative officer of Old Navy, headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Spanx Appoints New CEO and Executive Chair
The company’s Board of Directors appointed Caroline (Cricket) Whitton as CEO and Jeanne Jackson as executive chair.
Descente, Ltd. Posts Fiscal YTD Sales Increase Despite Golfwear Decline
Gains from the incorporation of Le Coq Sportif (Ningbo) Co. Ltd. and increased sales in the athleticwear category were larger than the decrease in sales in the golfwear category and the termination of the Marmot license in Japan in December 2022.
EXEC: 361 Degrees Pre-Announces Healthy Q4 Profit Growth
Profit attributable to the equity shareholders of the company for the year ended December 31, 2023 is expected to increase by not less than 25 percent year-over-year.
Imperial Headwear Names Key Sales Award Winners for 2023
The company awarded Salesperson of the Year to Alan Hyman last week at the 2024 PGA Show, and honored Jim Maitland, sales representative for South Florida, with the 2023 Customer Service Award.
Agassi, Graf, McEnroe, and Sharapova compete for $1M Purse in Pickleball Slam 2
In the main event, Andrew Agassi and Steffi Graf defeated John McEnroe and Maria Sharapova.
Adidas x Song for the Mute Drop Third Collaboration
Adidas Originals’ third collaboration with Song for the Mute includes footwear and apparel fusing nostalgia with a contemporary vibe.
Mahomes, Tiger, Acquisitions, Job Cuts, and an IPO Drive January’s Most Read Articles
What do you get when the first month of the new year features news from a golfer named Tiger, a Statefarm spokesman named Patrick, job cuts, key acquisitions, a looming IPO, and a public fight between a company’s Board and its investors—very busy month for SGB Media.
Under Armour Appoints New SVP, Managing Director for EMEA
With nearly 20 years of experience growing high profile brands including Adidas, TaylorMade, Under Armour, and Yeti, Kevin Ross is said to bring proven talent and regional expertise to the company.
Carhartt Redefines Women’s Workwear with Spring 2024 Collection
Powered by Tencel Fibers, the workwear brand introduces its lightest, softest gear designed by and for women.
Cordura Eco Fabrics Compliment G-Shock Watch Series
Casio America launched the utility black series of watches using Cordura Eco Fabric for the watch bands.
Filson to Launch Womenswear Collection
The 127-year-old Seattle, WA-based American heritage brand expands into the women’s fashion market, launching its first womenswear collection in August 2024.
NRF Economist: Labor Market and Interest Rates Will Play Major Roles in 2024
After a better-than-expected performance in 2023, what happens with the economy in 2024 could depend on the labor market and what the Federal Reserve does with interest rates, according to NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
