DKS Partners with Team USA and LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
DKS will also serve as an official supporter of Team USA for the Paris 2024, Milano Cortina 2026, and LA28 Olympic Games. The retailer also released a new marketing campaign called Big Moments.
Imperial Headwear Names VP, Peter Millar Licensing
Andrew Blatnik comes to Imperial from Oak Hill Country Club, where he served as the PGA director of retail operations. His previous experience also includes roles at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club and Wannamoisett Country Club.
Journeys Group Names EVP & Chief Marketing Officer
Stacey Doren will lead all marketing functions, building on Journeys’ foundation as a retailer that sells fashion footwear to teens, kids, and young adults in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. She joins Journeys after a 24-year career at Levi’s
EXEC: Royal Robbins Parent Sees “Disappointing” Q2 as Inventory Woes Persist
Fenix said the retailer market still faced a situation with higher-than-normal inventory, as well as volatile trading because of weather and said there are also indications that a number of retailers are facing some liquidity/financial problems.
EXEC: Sports Direct Parent Sees Adjusted Profit Up Double Digits as Sales Inch Up
Excluding the impact of the 53rd week in fiscal 2023, Retail revenues increased by 0.6 percent year-over-year to £5.54 billion for the 52-week fiscal 2024 period ended April 28.
Perfect Moment Taps America Eagle Subsidiary as U.S. Distribution Partner
The fashion skiwear and active lifestyle brand has partnered with Quiet Platforms, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Eagle Outfitters Inc., to establish distribution and order fulfillment centers in key markets across the U.S.
Ross Stores Opens 24 New Locations
Together, Ross Dress for Less and DD’s Discounts operate 2,148 locations in 43 states, the District of Columbia and Guam.
REI Co-op Names 2024 Vendor Partners of the Year
The outdoor specialty retailer is reporting the honorees of this year’s Vendor Partner of the Year Awards, which the retailer gives to brands that have significantly impacted various aspects of its business over the past year.
EXEC: Wall Street Sounds Off on VF Corp’s Supreme Sale
SGB Executive compiled input from notes produced by a range of Wall Street sell-side analysts to get a feel for how the deal is being viewed and measure if the perspectives of the Street are fairly universal. They were not.
Beyond, Inc. Re-Launches Overstock.com with Expansion of Categories
The revived Overstock.com, another retail rehab project led by investor and business mentor Marcus Lemonis, now has an inventory lineup that includes closeouts, liquidation, factory direct, and reverse logistics merchandise.
New Balance Partners With the WNBA to Expand Basketball Presence
NB will create broadcast, digital and retail content featuring NB athlete and WNBA rookie Cameron Brink, the second overall selection in the WNBA Draft 2024 presented by State Farm, who signed a NIL deal with NB in 2023.
Birkenstock to Open First Storefront in Paris
Founded in 1774, Birkenstock’s first free-standing store will open on July 20 in Paris’ Marais district.
Reebok x Juicy Drop Limited Edition Footwear and Apparel Collection
Reebok’s sport heritage mixes with Juicy rhinestones and Velvet in this limited-edition footwear and apparel capsule collection.
Play It Again Sports Parent Sees Flat Q2 on Planned Decline in Leasing Revenue
The company recently made the decision to no longer solicit new leasing customers and pursue an orderly run-off of its middle-market leasing portfolio. Resulting leasing revenue was halved year-over-year.
Authentic Partners with Velocity Global Brands for Lucky Brand Workwear
Through the agreement, Velocity will design, manufacture and distribute men’s and women’s workwear across the U.S. and Canada for the denim and lifestyle brand.
