Nordstrom Rack to Add New Stores in Florida and Massachusetts
Nordstrom Inc., announced plans to open a 27,000-square-foot Nordstrom Rack store in Plymouth, MA in spring 2026 and a 24,700-square-foot Nordstrom Rack store in Tampa, FL, in fall 2026.
Tilly’s Inc. Names Nate Smith as New President and CEO
Smith has served as CEO of Marolina Outdoor, Inc. since September 2024. Previously, he was at Boardriders, Inc. as president, Americas. Prior to Boardriders, Smith served as VP/GM, North American Wholesale at Oakley, Inc. and as VP, Oakley Defense. He has also served in executive roles at Ipath Footwear, MV Transportation, Inc. and Patagonia, Inc., following his eight years of service in the United States Navy.
Outdoor Voices Founder Ty Haney Returns
Haney’s return follows the acquisition of Outdoor Voices by New York City-based private equity firm Consortium Brand Partners last June. She was recruited soon after the acquisition, and has been working behind the scenes at OV since last August.
Columbia Sportswear Sues Columbia University
The University and the sportswear company tackled the problem in 2023, Columbia Sportswear said, when it signed an agreement that allowed the University to sell Columbia-emblazoned gear, as long as it also featured some of the University’s indicia (symbols that indicate the school alone), which include a shield, a crown, a “C” design, or Columbia’s lion mascot.
Parent of Oboz and Rip Curl Appoints CFO
KMD Brands, Ltd. appointed Carla Webb-Sear as chief financial officer. She joins the company from Qantas, where she served as chief financial and strategy officer of its Loyalty Division. Webb-Sear will be based at the Group’s global headquarters in Melbourne, Australia.
Polygiene’s Loss Widens in Q2, Blames U.S. Tariffs
Sales in the quarter ended June 30 amounted to SEK 31.9 million ($3.4 mm), down 12.2 percent from SEK 36.4 million a year ago. The loss was SEK 3.13 million, compared to a loss of SEK 1.37 million a year ago.
Scheels to Open Location in Blaine, Minnesota
Scheels announced plans to open a 250,000-square-foot store in Blaine, MN, in spring 2028. The location will be the company’s second location in the Twin Cities metro, joining Eden Prairie, and sixth in the state.
EXEC: On Holdings’ Stock Downgraded on Currency Headwinds, Tariff Concerns
Raymond James reduced its stock rating on On Holdings to “Outperform” from “Strong Buy” and lowered its earnings estimates due to the strengthening of the Swiss Franc and the impact of tariffs. Raymond James’ analyst Rick Patel wrote, “While we see 2Q being ‘less clean’ due to FX, tariffs, and slower wholesale growth (due to timing of launches), we remain bullish on ONON as a long-term story.”
EXEC: Grassroots President Gabe Maier Talks About Connections
Gabe Maier, president of Grassroots Outdoors Alliance talked with SGB Executive about the work the membership organization is doing on behalf of independent outdoor retailers, its evolving Connect show and the prospects for a national show for the outdoor industry.
Rouvy Acquires Bkrool Indoor Cycling Platform
Czech-based indoor cycling platform Rouvy reached an agreement to acquire Spain-based competitor Bkrool. The acquisition will support Rouvy’s expansion with Bkrool having a strong presence in Spain (and Spanish-speaking countries), France and Denmark. Bkrool will continue as a standalone brand within The Rouvy Group.
Puma SE Cuts FY Guide Based on DD Apparel Decline, U.S. Tariffs, and Currency Hit in Q2
The sales decline was reportedly driven by the key markets North America (-9.1 percent currency-adjusted), Europe and Greater China. The company’s second quarter net loss came in at €247.0 million, compared to net income of €41.9 million in Q2 2025.
Arena Appoints Chief Brand Officer
After a career at McKinsey and Nike, Mark Pinger joined Arena in 2016 as general manager for the U.S. market. He has been promoted to chief brand officer, effective October 1.
EXEC: Hoka and Ugg Get International Lift and Post Wholesale Strength Globally for Deckers Brands in Q1
Deckers Brands President and CEO Stefano Caroti said the strength of the company’s business continues to be driven by the “remarkable growth” in international markets with Hoka and Ugg both contributing to the company’s 49.7 percent increase in international revenue, while navigating “a choppy U.S. consumer environment.
Pvolve Inks Four New Franchise Deals; Furthers U.S. Expansion
Continuing its nationwide expansion, Pvolve will introduce six franchise studios across Highlands Ranch, CO; Atlanta’s North Perimeter, GA; Granger, IN; and Richmond, VA, strengthening its presence in key markets.
Arc’teryx to Open New Vancouver Flagship Store
Spanning 6,430 square feet, the new store is situated at 1001 Robson Street, previously occupied by a Roots store at the corner of Burrard and Robson streets. The store will open on July 26, replacing Arc’teryx’s flagship at 813 Burrard Street.
