Carhartt Hires Chief Brand Officer
Carhartt announced it hired Susan Hennike as chief brand officer reporting to Linda Hubbard, president and chief operating officer of Carhartt.

Fila Holdings Q2 Earnings Slump On Gross Margin Pressures
Korea-based Fila Holdings Corp. reported earnings declined 15.7 percent in the second quarter ended June 30 despite a 15.0 percent sales gain.
Under Armour Named Official Outfitter Of Spire Academy
Spire Academy, located in Geneva, OH, said Under Armour has become the official outfitter of its student-athletes.
Nike Closes Offices For “Well-Being Week”
Nike, Inc., for the second consecutive year, has closed its global corporate office from August 15-19 for “Well-Being Week,” for Nike employees to “relax and recharge.”
Kohl’s Names Chief Marketing Officer
Kohl’s announced that Christie Raymond was promoted to chief marketing officer, reporting to CEO Michelle Gass.
Ahead Appoints Director Of Strategic Accounts
Ahead announced it hired Jackie Kirkwood as director of strategic accounts. Most recently, Kirkwood was general manager for Ecco Golf USA

Dillard’s Posts Flat Comps In Second Quarter
Dillard’s, Inc. reported earnings fell 12 percent in the second quarter ended July 30 on flat same-store sales. Earnings in the six months rose 20.5 percent on a 10 percent comp gain.
Outdoor Prolink Announces New Hires And Promotions
Outdoor Prolink New Hires And Promotions include Melissa Hess, Andrew Brookens, Kelly Knauf, and Jessica Villaire,

Fanatics Expands Partnership With Detroit Lions To Create Omnichannel Shopping Experience
Fanatics and the Detroit Lions extended its multi-year deal, expanding on their existing e-commerce partnership, which now sees Fanatics become the team’s end-to-end omnichannel retail partner. A cornerstone of the new partnership is Fanatics’ investment to reinvent the in-venue retail experience for consumers, highlighted by Lions Supply, a new team store inside Ford Field.

Duluth Trading To Open Distribution Center In Adairsville, GA
Duluth Trading Company has committed to building a new distribution and fulfillment facility in Adairsville, GA, according to a statement from Georgia governor Brian P. Kemp.

SportChek Same-Store Sales Expand 4.1 Percent in Second Quarter
SportChek’s retail sales increased 0.6 percent in the second quarter, with comparable sales up 4.1 percent over the same period last year, according to its parent, Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd.
Natural Fiber Welding Names New CFO
Natural Fiber Welding (NFW), the manufacturer of clean technology to increase the performance of plant-based textiles for the circular economy supporting the footwear industry, recently hired Rob Salter as CFO.
Jordan Brand Announces 20-Year Partnership With Howard University
Jordan Brand announced a 20-year partnership with Howard University. The Nike subsidiary will unveil the first Jumpman uniforms for the program on August 27.
JCPenney Appoints CFO
JCPenney announced it hired Stephanie Plaines as CFO effective immediately.

Brooks Running Sees Double-Digit Growth In Q2
Brooks Running reported sales grew 11 percent in the second quarter year over year. In the face of ongoing economic and supply chain stressors, Brooks said it began to meet strong demand in May, keeping the company on track for projected double-digit revenue growth in 2022.